1967 Topps Sandy Valdespino #391
Sandy Valdespino · Topps · Base

Player
Sandy Valdespino
Set
1967 Topps Baseball
Year
1967
Card #
391
Condition Grade
PSA 1 (Poor) to PSA 1.5 (Fair)
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 1: $5-10, PSA 2: $12-18, PSA 3: $20-25 (Note: Grading cost exceeds current market value)
Comparable Sales
NM examples of this card (PSA 7) sell for $15-20. In this heavily damaged (PR-FR) condition, the card typically sells for under $1, often included in bulk vintage lots or common bins.
Description
Vintage 1967 Topps Sandy Valdespino card featuring the Minnesota Twins outfielder. The design includes a blue diagonal 'TWINS' banner in the upper left corner and a blue nameplate at the bottom. Valdespino is shown in a batting pose with stadium stands in the background.
Key Features
Classic 1967 Topps minimalist design; vintage era common card; featuring the 1965 World Series team member Sandy Valdespino.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic card stock with correct aging for late 1960s cardboard; dot pattern print visible in the lithography; correct blue ink hue for 1967 Topps set. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant structural damage including a vertical crease/tear running through the 'TWINS' banner and player's head. High degree of corner rounding and paper loss (top left). Heavy edge wear, surface staining, and centering is shifted to the left and bottom.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot), COMC, or local card show 'dollar boxes'. Not suitable for high-end auction houses due to condition.
Selling Tips
This card is best sold as part of a 1967 Topps 'Starter Lot' or a Twins team lot. Given the heavy damage, it is not a candidate for professional grading as the fees would far exceed the card's value. Use clear photos of the creases in any listing to avoid returns.