1979 Topps Joe Morgan #20
Joe Morgan · Topps · Base / Hall of Famer
Player
Joe Morgan
Set
1979 Topps Baseball
Year
1979
Card #
20
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) to PSA 6 (EX-MT). The card shows significant top-to-bottom off-centering on the reverse (miscut toward the bottom edge). The corners show slight wear and the edges appear relatively clean through the holder, but surface aging is typical for the 1979 card stock.
Category
Base / Hall of Famer
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Joe Morgan is a highly respected inner-circle Hall of Famer, though his 1979 base card is not particularly rare.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$3.00 - $8.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $15-20, PSA 6: $25-30, PSA 7: $45-55
Comparable Sales
Raw copies in similar Excellent condition typically sell for $5-10. PSA 6 copies recently sold in the $25 range, while high-grade PSA 9s can reach $150+.
Description
This 1979 Topps Joe Morgan back-of-card view displays the legendary second baseman's career statistics through the 1978 season. The card features the classic green and tan reverse design with the 'Baseball Dates' trivia section. As a key member of Cincinnati's Big Red Machine, this Hall of Famer card is a staple for team and player collectors.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player, iconic 1979 Topps design, Big Red Machine era stats.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct card stock texture and color for 1979 Topps; printing patterns on the 'What Happened' trivia box are consistent with original lithography. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant vertical centering shift on the reverse (bottom-heavy); minor corner softening; common 'snow' or print dots often found on late 70s Topps card stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for a single mid-grade HOF base card. COMC is also a viable option for lower-cost shipping and processing.
Selling Tips
Due to the centering issues on the back, grading this specific card is likely not cost-effective as the fee would exceed the value increase. List as 'Raw' with high-resolution photos of both front and back. Use keywords: Joe Morgan, Cincinnati Reds, Hall of Fame, 1979 Topps.