1981 Topps Steve Carlton Record Breaker #2
Steve Carlton · Topps · Insert/Subset (Record Breaker)
Player
Steve Carlton
Set
1981 Topps Baseball
Year
1981
Card #
#2
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Estimated based on visible slight corner wear and minor centering shift towards the top border.
Category
Insert/Subset (Record Breaker)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Steady demand from vintage set collectors and Phillies fans, but low modern liquidity due to high print runs of the era.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $5-10, PSA 6: $10-15, PSA 7: $20-30
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this card in similar condition range from $1.00 to $3.00 free shipping on eBay.
Description
1981 Topps Baseball Steve Carlton Record Breaker card #2 featuring a vibrant portrait of the Hall of Fame Philadelphia Phillies pitcher in his red-hatted uniform. The card has a distinct yellow and orange border with a pink cap graphic highlighting the 1980 Record Breaker designation for Most Strikeouts, Lefhhander, Lifetime.
Key Features
Features Hall of Famer and legendary Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Steve Carlton. Part of the popular 1981 Topps Record Breaker subset.
Authenticity Indicators
Standard 1981 Topps card stock with typical matte finish on back. High confidence in authenticity as this card is rarely counterfeited.
Flaws to Note
Minor rounding on corners, slightly off-center top-to-bottom, standard vintage edge chipping typical of 1981 Topps cards.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay or COMC are best for low-value vintage singles.
Selling Tips
Sell raw as part of a lot or set rather than individually due to grading fees outweighing the card value.