1984 Topps Pete Rose #300
Pete Rose · Topps · Base
Player
Pete Rose
Set
1984 Topps
Year
1984
Card #
#300
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint). The card exhibits centering issues, leaning toward the right border. Top-left and bottom-left corners show light softening. Surface appears clean with minor print dots typical of 1984 Topps card stock.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Pete Rose remains one of the most collected figures in the hobby despite his exclusion from the Hall of Fame. His base cards from the 80s are staples for player set collectors and team collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.50 - $4.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $15 - $20, PSA 8: $30 - $45, PSA 9: $100 - $130
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay auctions show raw copies selling for $2.50 plus shipping. PSA 8 copies consistently sell between $35 and $40. PSA 9 copies have seen a slight upward trend, occasionally hitting $125.
Description
This classic 1984 Topps card features the legendary 'Charlie Hustle,' Pete Rose, during his later years with the Cincinnati Reds. The card utilizes the iconic 1984 Topps vertical design with a dual-image concept, although this specific #300 card features a striking profile shot of Rose in his batting helmet against a soft-focus green background. The name 'PETE ROSE' is cleanly printed in the bottom white border.
Key Features
Major Hall of Fame contender (despite lifetime ban); features the MLB All-Time Hit King; iconic 1980s Topps design; high sentimental value for Reds fans and 80s collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity Confidence: High. The car stock thickness (grey/brown chipboard back), the specific matte finish of the 1984 Topps printing process, and the era-appropriate dot-pattern in the color registration are all consistent with a genuine product. This card is not frequently counterfeited due to high production volume.
Flaws to Note
Centering is approximately 65/35 left-to-right. Minor chipping on the top edge. Touched corners on the left side. Brown/tan card stock of this era is prone to edge wear and corner softening.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for individual sales), COMC (good for high-volume lower-value cards), or local card shows. This card is best sold as part of a lot unless it is professionally graded high.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you believe it is a flawless PSA 10, as the grading fees will exceed the market value of a PSA 7 or 8. List with keywords 'Hit King' and 'Cincinnati Reds'. Use a penny sleeve and top loader for protection.