1978 Topps Bob Stanley Rookie Card #652
Bob Stanley · Topps · Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Bob Stanley
Set
1978 Topps Base Set
Year
1978
Card #
#652
Condition Grade
PSA 1 (Poor) - Authentic Altered/Damaged
Category
Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low / Niche
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 1: $1-3, PSA 2: $3-5, PSA 3: $5-8 (Note: Grading cost exceeds card value)
Comparable Sales
Recent sales for 1978 Topps Bob Stanley in Near-Mint condition (uncreased) range from $1.00 to $3.00. In this heavily creased condition (Poor/Fair), the card typically holds 'filler' value only, often under $0.25.
Description
1978 Topps Bob Stanley Rookie Card featuring a close-up portrait of the Boston Red Sox pitcher. The design includes the classic 78 script 'Red Sox' logo at the bottom left and a small baseball icon with 'P' for position at the top right. The card exhibits severe surface damage including multiple heavy horizontal creases across the center and significant edge wear.
Key Features
Official Rookie Card of Boston Red Sox Hall of Fame pitcher Bob Stanley; iconic late 70s Topps design.
Authenticity Indicators
Genuine card stock and age-appropriate color fading. Standard 1978 Topps cardboard density. Low risk of counterfeiting due to card value. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Extremely heavy horizontal creasing through the center of the image; significant corner rounding; surface paper loss; edge chipping; heavy surface wear and staining.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for a local 'nickel/dime' box at a card show or as a 'filler' card in a bulk lot on eBay/Mercari.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fees are significantly higher than the market value. Selling as part of a 1978 Boston Red Sox team set or a bulk lot of 1970s cards is the most efficient way to move this item.