1975 Topps Bernie Carbo #124
Bernie Carbo · Topps · Base
Player
Bernie Carbo
Set
1975 Topps Base
Year
1975
Card #
124
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (Excellent)
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $8-12, PSA 5: $15-22, PSA 6: $25-35
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for common 1975 Topps cards in EX condition average $1.50-$2.50. High-grade PSA 8 or better examples of Carbo can reach $50+, but this specific specimen does not meet that condition threshold.
Description
A classic 1975 Topps Bernie Carbo card featuring the iconic two-tone color block design of the mid-70s. This card showcases the Boston Red Sox outfielder in a batting stance with his signature facsimile on the bottom right. The vibrant blue and orange borders remain bright, and the card features the distinct 1975 rounded corner inner frame.
Key Features
Bernie Carbo is a Red Sox cult hero known for his clutch pinch-hit home run in Game 6 of the 1975 World Series. This card is from that specific championship season set.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic card stock with appropriate fiber density for 1975 Topps. No evidence of bleaching or trimming. The facsimile signature and 'Outfield' baseball logo show correct ink saturation. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
The card exhibits significant top-to-bottom centering issues (bottom heavy). Visible whitening and soft wear on the corners, particularly the top-right. Minor edge chipping is present along the right side. Several small surface print dots are visible in the blue border.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for mid-grade 1970s commons and team heroes. It may also sell well in Red Sox-specific collector groups on Facebook.
Selling Tips
Due to the centering and corner wear, grading this card would likely result in a 'net loss' after fees. Sell it as a 'Raw' filler for set collectors. Use high-resolution scans of the front and back to show the centering clearly. Ship in a penny sleeve and top loader inside a semi-rigid mailer.