1978 Topps Rookie Outfielders #708 Dave Bergman / Miguel Dilone / Clint Hurdle / Willie Norwood
Dave Bergman, Miguel Dilone, Clint Hurdle, Willie Norwood · Topps · Rookie Card
Player
Dave Bergman, Miguel Dilone, Clint Hurdle, Willie Norwood
Set
1978 Topps Base Set
Year
1978
Card #
#708
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX). Centering is slightly heavy to the right (approx 65/35). The bottom-left and bottom-right corners show visible white wear/rounding. Surface appears clean of major creases but has typical age toning.
Category
Rookie Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low to Moderate. Primarily collected by team collectors (Royals, Astros, Pirates, Twins), '78 set builders, or fans of Clint Hurdle.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $8-12, PSA 6: $15-20, PSA 8: $45-60. Note: Grading costs for this specific card in this condition would exceed the market value.
Comparable Sales
Raw copies in similar Excellent condition consistently sell for $1.00 to $2.50 plus shipping. PSA 8 copies have recently sold in the $50 range, but the cost to attain that grade is prohibitive for this specific specimen.
Description
A classic 1978 Topps 4-player Rookie Outfielders card featuring Dave Bergman, Miguel Dilone, Clint Hurdle, and Willie Norwood. The card features the iconic '78 design with the year '78 in the bottom left corner and yellow player-info boxes. Clint Hurdle, later a successful MLB manager, is the highlight of this multi-player rookie card.
Key Features
Includes the rookie card of Clint Hurdle, who had a lengthy career as both a player and MLB manager for the Rockies and Pirates; Part of the high-number/later series in the 1978 set; Classic 4-panel rookie layout typical of the late 70s.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This is not a commonly faked card as it is a common-tier rookie card. Features correct 1978 Topps cardboard stock texture, 'veneer' feel on front, and vintage ink saturation levels.
Flaws to Note
Softness and whitening on the bottom two corners; slight right-side centering bias; minor edge wear along the right side; typical cardboard stock toning (yellowing) due to age.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (using eBay Standard Envelope for cheap shipping), COMC, or as part of a lot at a local card show.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the fee is significantly higher than the card's value. List as '1978 Topps Clint Hurdle Rookie' to catch the most search traffic. Ship in a penny sleeve and top-loader to prevent further corner damage.