1963 Topps Bob Kennedy Cubs Head Coach #391
Bob Kennedy · Topps · Base Card / Manager/Coach Card
Player
Bob Kennedy
Set
1963 Topps
Year
1963
Card #
#391
Condition Grade
PSA 1 (Poor) to PSA 1.5 (Fair)
Category
Base Card / Manager/Coach Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low / Niche
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 1: $10-15, PSA 2: $18-25, PSA 3: $30-40 (Note: Grading cost likely exceeds card value)
Comparable Sales
Recent sales for 'Low Grade' 1963 Topps commons usually range from $0.50 to $2.50. Graded copies in mid-range (PSA 5 or 6) typically sell for $15-$30, while poor/damaged copies often sit unsold unless bundled.
Description
A vintage 1963 Topps Bob Kennedy card featuring the Chicago Cubs Head Coach tipping his cap against a blue sky background. The card uses the iconic 1963 design with a large portrait and a colorful pennant logo in the bottom corner. Kennedy is depicted in a classic Cubs home jersey.
Key Features
Vintage 1960s baseball card; features a notable MLB player and coach who was the first 'Head Coach' in the Cubs' unique College of Coaches experiment.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct paper stock for the era (grey back characteristic of 1963 Topps); natural aging of card fibers; printing dot patterns match original Topps lithography. High confidence in authenticity; this card is not common for high-end counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
Significant surface scratching and vertical creasing on the right side of the image; heavy corner rounding and edge wear; top-left corner has a small fold or structural damage; bottom border shows staining or significant wear; centering is shifted slightly towards the top-right.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot), COMC, or local card shop bargain bins.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fees will far exceed the market value. Selling as part of a 1963 Topps 'set builder' lot or a Cubs team lot would be the most efficient way to find a buyer. Use high-resolution photos that clearly show the creases to avoid returns.