1971 Topps Mickey Lolich #510
Mickey Lolich · Topps · Base
Player
Mickey Lolich
Set
1971 Topps Base Set
Year
1971
Card #
#510
Condition Grade
PSA 4 (VG-EX) to PSA 5 (EX)
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$10.00 - $20.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $18-25, PSA 5: $35-50, PSA 6: $75-100
Comparable Sales
PSA 4 copies typically sell for around $20. PSA 6 upgrades jump to $80+. High-grade raw copies with minimal chipping sell for $25-35, while this specific copy with visible edge wear is closer to the $15 mark.
Description
Classic 1971 Topps design featuring Detroit Tigers pitcher Mickey Lolich. The card features the notoriously sensitive black borders, a facsimile signature across the lower half of the photograph, and minimalist typography. Lolich is shown in his Tigers road uniform in a fielding pose.
Key Features
A key card for Detroit Tigers team collectors and fans of 1968 World Series MVP Mickey Lolich. The 1971 Topps set is iconic and highly sought after by set builders due to the extreme difficulty of finding 'dead mint' black borders.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic. Card stock shows appropriate aging and fiber texture for the early 70s heritage stock. Print pattern is consistent with period-correct lithography. Not a common target for counterfeiting in this grade range.
Flaws to Note
Significant white chipping is visible on the top and bottom black edges. The corners show slight rounding, particularly the bottom left which has a noticeable white nick. The centering is shifted slightly to the left. These black borders are prone to showing every minute defect.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay or COMC are the best places for this level of card. Local card shows in the Detroit/Midwest region may see higher interest.
Selling Tips
Selling raw is recommended over grading, as the grading fees would likely exceed the value added for a mid-grade vintage card. If listing on eBay, emphasize the black-border condition in high-res photos and use keywords like 'Detroit Tigers' and '1968 World Series MVP'.