1975 Topps Doug Griffin #262
Doug Griffin · Topps · Base
Player
Doug Griffin
Set
1975 Topps
Year
1975
Card #
#262
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Centering is weighted heavily to the top and right side. Corners show visible softening, particularly at the bottom left. There is a noticeable print defect/mark in the sky above the stadium and surface debris present.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Niche/Low. While the 1975 set is popular, Doug Griffin was a utility infielder and does not have the Hall of Fame status required to drive high demand. Primary interest comes from Red Sox enthusiasts and set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $8-12, PSA 5: $15-20, PSA 6: $25-35 (Note: Grading cost exceeds total card value for this specific player/grade).
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales of common 1975 Topps cards in similar condition typically range from $0.99 to $1.99. PSA 8 examples of this card have sold in the $40-60 range, but this specific card is not in high-grade condition.
Description
This 1975 Topps Doug Griffin card features the classic two-tone border design with bold 'RED SOX' text in red and player name in green. The card shows Griffin in his Boston Red Sox uniform with a facsimile signature across the bottom. The 1975 set is highly regarded for its vibrant colors and nostalgic appeal among vintage collectors.
Key Features
Classic 1975 multicolor design; features a member of the legendary 1975 Red Sox 'Impossible Dream' era team; high nostalgia value for Red Sox team set collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence authentic. The card displays the correct card stock texture for mid-70s Topps, the characteristic printing pixelation, and the 'aged' cardboard color on the reverse. 1975 common cards are rarely forged.
Flaws to Note
Significant centering issues with thin top and right borders; softening on all four corners; surface marks (likely a print dot or small stain) in the sky area of the photo; minor edge wear.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a 'Buy It Now' for set builders), COMC (Check Out My Cards) as a bulk submission, or local card shop 'quarter bins'. Selling as part of a lot of 1975 Red Sox cards would likely produce the best results.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fee will be significantly higher than the final sale price. If listing on eBay, use high-resolution scans and mention 'Excellent/EX condition'. Offer 'eBay Standard Envelope' for shipping to keep costs low ($0.60 - $1.15).