1973 Topps Ben Oglivie Rookie #18
Ben Oglivie · Topps · Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Ben Oglivie
Set
1973 Topps Base
Year
1973
Card #
18
Condition Grade
PSA 2 (Good) to PSA 3 (VG). Centering is poor (approx 80/20 left-to-right), rounded corners, edge wear, and visible surface staining/foxing.
Category
Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Oglivie has a dedicated following among Brewers and Red Sox team collectors, as well as vintage set builders, but this specific condition is common.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$3.00 - $8.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $12-18, PSA 4: $22-30, PSA 2: $5-8
Comparable Sales
Low-grade raw copies consistently sell for $2-$5 plus shipping. PSA 7 copies typically sell for $40-$50, but this card would not achieve that grade due to centering and corner wear.
Description
A classic 1973 Topps rookie card of Boston Red Sox outfielder Ben Oglivie. The design features the iconic black-bordered inner frame with a rounded green 'outfield' silhouette icon in the bottom right corner. Oglivie is shown in his home Red Sox uniform in a batting stance.
Key Features
Official Rookie Card of 3-time All-Star and 1980 AL Home Run leader Ben Oglivie. Part of the highly collected 1973 Topps set known for its unique silhouette design elements.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence is High. The card stock shows the appropriate vintage grey/tan cardboard hue. The 'Outfield' icon and text printing are consistent with 1973 factory stamps. This card is rarely counterfeited due to low market value.
Flaws to Note
Significant left-to-right centering issues, soft/rounded corners (especially top left), surface staining (small brown dots) on the player's jersey, and general edge wear. The bottom edge appears slightly rough.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now/Best Offer), COMC, or a 'Vintage Dollar Bin' at a local card show.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading ($19+) exceeds the market value of a PSA 3. List it as '1973 Topps Ben Oglivie RC #18' to capture rookie card searches. Ship in a penny sleeve and top-loader using eBay Standard Envelope ($0.60 - $1.11) to keep costs low for the buyer.