1971 Topps Steve Carlton #140
Steve Carlton · Topps · Base
Player
Steve Carlton
Set
1971 Topps Baseball
Year
1971
Card #
140
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Centering appears slightly heavy on the right border, with minor corner softening and standard edge wear typical of vintage 1971 black-border cards.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - Steady demand from vintage set builders and Hall of Fame player collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$15 - $30
Graded Value
PSA 4: $25-35, PSA 5: $40-60, PSA 6: $75-100
Comparable Sales
Recent raw examples in similar mid-grade condition have routinely sold on eBay for between $15 and $25 depending on exact eye appeal.
Description
Offering a classic 1971 Topps baseball card featuring Hall of Fame pitcher Steve Carlton of the St. Louis Cardinals. This iconic vintage set is known for its notorious solid black borders that show wear very easily. The card features a clear action photo of Carlton fielding, with his facsimile signature printed directly over the image. The top border features bold 'CARDS' lettering alongside his name and position.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player, iconic 1971 Topps black border design, vintage star card from the early 1970s.
Authenticity Indicators
Standard vintage card stock thickness, correct printing dot patterns, and proper coloring. High confidence in authenticity; not a heavily counterfeited card compared to rookie cards.
Flaws to Note
Slight chipping along the sensitive black borders, minor corner wear, and right-heavy centering on the front.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay or COMC are the best platforms for vintage raw cards to reach a broad collector base.
Selling Tips
Take clear photos outside of the binder pocket on a neutral dark background. Mention the condition honestly regarding the black borders. Ship securely in a penny sleeve, top loader, and team bag inside a bubble mailer.