1973 Topps Joe Coleman / Joe Coleman Jr. Father & Son #344
Joe Coleman and Joe Coleman Jr. · Topps · Base / Subset Card
Player
Joe Coleman and Joe Coleman Jr.
Set
1973 Topps Base
Year
1973
Card #
#344
Condition Grade
PSA 1 (Poor)
Category
Base / Subset Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low / Niche. This is a common card from a mass-produced era in a heavily damaged state, appealing primarily to completionist set builders or family-specific collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 1: $5-10, PSA 2: $10-15, PSA 3: $12-20 (Note: Grading cost far exceeds card value)
Comparable Sales
High-grade PSA 9 examples can reach $50+, but similar Poor/Fair condition raw copies typically sell for under $1 or are given away in 'nickel' bins at card shows.
Description
A 1973 Topps 'Father & Son - Big Leaguers' horizontal card featuring Joe Coleman of the Baltimore Orioles on the left and Joe Coleman Jr. of the Detroit Tigers on the right. The card features a red header with yellow text and a white border.
Key Features
Unique 1973 Topps subset card honoring baseball lineages; features Joe Coleman Jr., who was a 1972 All-Star. Popular set design known for its clean horizontal layouts in this subset.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence is High. The card stock shows appropriate age-related browning and fiber texture for 1973 Topps. While not commonly counterfeited due to low value, the print dot pattern matches period-correct lithography.
Flaws to Note
Significant vertical crease/tear running through the center of the card; heavy edge wear and corner rounding; significant surface staining and discoloration; visible print defects and 'snow' in the imagery.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best for a 'junk wax / vintage common' bin at a local card shop or as part of a lot on eBay. Not worth selling individually online due to shipping costs.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fee is vastly higher than the card's worth. Best used as a filler for a budget 1973 Topps set. List as part of a 'lot' of 1970s cards to minimize shipping overhead.