1968 Topps Pat Dobson #217
Pat Dobson · Topps · Base
Player
Pat Dobson
Set
1968 Topps
Year
1968
Card #
#217
Condition Grade
PSA 2 (Good) - Centering is significantly off-top and left; corners are rounded with visible fraying; edges show substantial wear and chipping; surface exhibits multiple dark spots and potential light creasing.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche - Mainly sought after by 1968 set builders or Detroit Tigers team collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 1: $5-8, PSA 2: $10-15, PSA 3: $18-25 (Note: Grading cost exceeds total value)
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for low-grade copies range from $0.50 to $2.00 plus shipping. Mid-grade (PSA 6) copies typically sell for $15-25, which this card will not reach due to condition.
Description
This 1968 Topps Pat Dobson #217 features the classic burlap-style border design synonymous with the era. The card depicts Dobson in his Detroit Tigers away uniform in a pitching follow-through pose. The top left features the iconic yellow circle name plate typical of the 1968 set.
Key Features
Classic 1968 Topps 'Burlap' border design; Early career card for a 20-win season pitcher (1971); Detroit Tigers team interest.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence in authenticity; the vintage card stock, porous ink bleed on the burlap pattern, and natural aging of the cardboard are consistent with 1968 Topps production. This is not a frequently faked card due to low market value.
Flaws to Note
Heavy corner wear and rounding (especially top right); Significant top-to-bottom and left-to-right off-centering; visible surface stains/ink marks near the player's head and on the bottom border; frayed edges.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a PWE/low cost listing), COMC, or in a 'vintage bargain' bin at a local card show.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fees will far outweigh the market value. Sell it as 'Raw' and use 'Standard Envelope' shipping on eBay to keep costs low for the buyer. Focus on keywords: '1968 Topps', 'Detroit Tigers', 'Pat Dobson', 'Vintage Baseball'.