1981 Topps Tony Scott #350
Tony Scott · Topps · Base
Player
Tony Scott
Set
1981 Topps Baseball
Year
1981
Card #
350
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) to PSA 6 (EX-MT). Centering is moderately heavy toward the bottom edge. Corners show visible wear and rounding, particularly the top-left and bottom-left. Edges have light chipping and minor surface wear. Surface appears clean with standard gloss for the era.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. Niche demand primarily driven by vintage set builders or team collectors focusing on the Houston Astros.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $5-$10, PSA 5: $10-$15, PSA 6: $15-$25
Comparable Sales
Raw copies in similar or slightly better condition typically sell individually for $0.99 to $2.00 on eBay, or much less when purchased as part of bulk sets or team lots.
Description
Offering a 1981 Topps baseball card featuring outfielder Tony Scott of the Houston Astros. This classic 1980s vintage card showcases the iconic 1981 Topps design with large vertical pink team lettering down the left side, a primary action photograph of Scott running the bases in the famous rainbow-gut Astros uniform, and a secondary portrait inset box in the lower left corner. The Topps logo is printed in the upper right. A wonderful nostalgic piece for vintage set builders and Houston Astros collectors.
Key Features
Features the iconic Houston Astros tequila sunrise rainbow uniform design from the early 1980s. A classic vintage base card for 1981 Topps set collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence in authenticity. Card stock, printing dot patterns, and back/front coloring match original 1981 Topps production standards. This common base card is rarely targeted by counterfeiters.
Flaws to Note
Noticeable top-to-bottom centering bias with a thicker white border at the top. Softened and slightly rounded corners due to handling and age. Minor edge chipping along the borders.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
COMC, eBay (as part of a multi-card lot or team set), or local card shops/shows in dollar bins.
Selling Tips
Due to the low raw value, it is not financially viable to grade this card with PSA or Beckett since grading fees far exceed the card's potential value. Best sold as part of a complete 1981 Topps team set or a larger vintage lot. Ship securely in a penny sleeve and top loader using standard envelope with tracking or a bubble mailer.