1974 Topps Doug Griffin #441
Doug Griffin · Topps · Base Card
Player
Doug Griffin
Set
1974 Topps Base Set
Year
1974
Card #
#441
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Centering is significantly off-top-to-bottom (roughly 80/20). Right edge shows notable chipping and white wear (snowing). Corners show moderate rounding, specifically top right. Surface appears to have light vertical scratching/print lines on the right side.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche - Demand is primarily limited to vintage set-builders or Red Sox team collectors. Doug Griffin is not a Hall of Fame player, which limits broader market appeal.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $8-12, PSA 4: $12-18, PSA 5: $20-25 (Note: Grading costs would exceed most value gains for this specific common player).
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw, low-grade 1974 Topps commons typically range from $0.50 to $1.25. High-grade (PSA 8+) examples for this card have fetched $30-40, but this specific card's condition precludes that valuation.
Description
This 1974 Topps Doug Griffin card features a classic 1970s action photography style with the iconic '74 Topps design. Griffin is shown in his Boston Red Sox uniform with a bat over his shoulder. The bottom banner features the position (Second Base), player name in yellow, and team name in bold red. The card captures the quintessential aesthetic of mid-70s baseball collectibles.
Key Features
Classic 1974 Topps vintage design; Boston Red Sox team interest; collectible for set-builders of the 1974 Topps run.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity Confidence: High. The cardboard stock color, the specific dot-matrix print pattern in the red nameplate, and the typical aging of 1974 Topps stock are consistent with an original. This is a common card and not a target for sophisticated counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
Significant top-to-bottom off-centering. Heavy edge chipping along the right-side border. Fuzzy and rounded corners, particularly the upper right and lower right. Moderate surface wear on the glossy finish.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a lot on eBay, or at a local card show in a 'dollar bin.' It could also be listed on COMC (Check Out My Cards) for set-builders looking for specific numbers.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fees will be 20-30 times the card's actual market value. If selling on eBay, include 'Red Sox' and 'Vintage' in the title. Best sold in a 'Team Pack' or as part of a 1974 Topps lot to save on shipping costs.