1964 Topps Willie Stargell / Donn Clendenon Pitt Power #342
Willie Stargell and Donn Clendenon · Topps · Base Combo Card / Second-Year Willie Stargell
Player
Willie Stargell and Donn Clendenon
Set
1964 Topps Base Set
Year
1964
Card #
#342
Condition Grade
PSA 1 (Poor) to PSA 1.5 (Fair)
Category
Base Combo Card / Second-Year Willie Stargell
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. High demand for Stargell specifically, though the heavy condition issues limit this mostly to budget-conscious set builders or Pirates team collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$10.00 - $20.00
Graded Value
PSA 1: $25.00 - $35.00, PSA 2: $45.00 - $60.00, PSA 3: $75.00 - $90.00
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of raw copies in similar low-grade (Fair/Poor) condition range from $12.00 to $18.00. Mid-grade (PSA 5) copies sell for $120.00+, but the staining on this specific card keeps it in the low-tier price bracket.
Description
A 1964 Topps 'Pitt Power' combo card featuring Hall of Famer Willie Stargell and Donn Clendenon of the Pittsburgh Pirates. The card features both players in their classic home white sleeveless vest jerseys holding bats. This is a significant card for Stargell collectors as it is his second-year Topps issue.
Key Features
Features Willie Stargell in his second year of Topps cards; iconic 'Pitt Power' title; Hall of Fame player appeal; classic vintage 1964 Topps design.
Authenticity Indicators
Confidence: High. The cardboard stock aging and fiber density are consistent with 1964 Topps production. The half-tone printing dot pattern is visible, and the color palette matches authentic era-specific saturation.
Flaws to Note
Significant water/liquid staining in the upper right corner; rounded and frayed corners; whitening and chipping along all edges; surface wear and minor indentation at the bottom right; centering is slightly off-left.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this specific card in this condition. Use a low starting bid or 'Buy It Now' with 'Best Offer' enabled to attract budget vintage collectors.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fees will exceed the market value of the slab due to the heavy staining. Take high-resolution photos of the front and back against a dark background. Clearly label as 'Second Year Stargell' and 'Poor Condition' to manage expectations.