1983 Topps Houston Astros Leaders Ray Knight / Joe Niekro #49
Ray Knight and Joe Niekro · Topps · Base
Player
Ray Knight and Joe Niekro
Set
1983 Topps Baseball
Year
1983
Card #
49
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (NM) - Centering appears slightly heavy towards the bottom and right, corners show minor touches of wear, edges are relatively clean, surface shows light typical gloss wear.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - typical of common 1980s set cards unless featuring high-profile superstars in pristine condition.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $5-10, PSA 7: $10-15, PSA 8: $20-30
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for common 1983 Topps team leader cards generally range from $0.25 to $1.00 on eBay and COMC.
Description
1983 Topps Baseball card featuring Houston Astros leaders Ray Knight and Joe Niekro. The card features a classic 1983 design with a wood-grain style border, two distinct picture panels for each player, team logo in the center, and yellow side panel containing the players names, stats, and team name.
Key Features
Team leaders sub-set card from the iconic 1983 Topps set, featuring notable MLB players Ray Knight and Joe Niekro in their Houston Astros uniforms.
Authenticity Indicators
Standard 1983 Topps card stock, correct printing dot patterns under magnification, standard card dimensions. High confidence in authenticity; not a heavily counterfeited card.
Flaws to Note
Slight off-center framing, minor corner softness typical of early 1980s Topps card stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
COMC, eBay (as part of a lot), or local card shop bulk boxes.
Selling Tips
Best sold as part of a complete set or team lot due to low individual raw value. Grading is not recommended as grading fees would exceed the value of the card.