1974 Topps Juan Beniquez #427
Juan Beniquez · Topps · Base
Player
Juan Beniquez
Set
1974 Topps
Year
1974
Card #
#427
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Centering is noticeably shifted to the right (approx 70/30). Corners show visible softening and the bottom right corner has a slight ding. Edges show standard white chipping common for 1970s stock.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - Niche. Primarily sought by Red Sox team collectors or those completing the 1974 master set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $10-15; PSA 6: $20-25; PSA 4: $5-8
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies of this card range from $0.99 to $2.50 including shipping. Graded PSA 8 copies typically sell for $35-45, but this specimen would not achieve that grade.
Description
This 1974 Topps card features Juan Beniquez of the Boston Red Sox in a classic fielding pose. The card design is iconic for the era, utilizing a dual-colored 'banner' style at the top and bottom with rounded corners on the inner photo frame. The front shows Beniquez in a white Red Sox home uniform with the classic 'B' cap.
Key Features
Vintage 1970s Boston Red Sox collectible; notable for the unique 1974 design which was the first Topps set to be released all at once rather than in series.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Authentic 1974 Topps card stock feel (cardboard/chipboard texture), correct color registration, and standard age-related toning on the reverse. Not a commonly faked card due to low market value.
Flaws to Note
Significant rightward centering bias on the front; softened corners; minor edge wear; potential surface snow/print defects common in 1974 Topps production.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a low-cost 'Buy It Now' with free shipping) or COMC (Check Out My Cards) for long-tail set builders. Not worth the fees of major auction houses.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading ($19+) far exceeds the market value of the card. Use a 'Plain White Envelope' (PWE) shipping method to keep costs down. Group it with other 1974 Red Sox cards in a 'lot' to increase interest.