1973 Topps Dwight Evans Rookie Card #614
Dwight Evans · Topps · Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Dwight Evans
Set
1973 Topps Base Set
Year
1973
Card #
#614
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) to PSA 4 (VG-EX). The card is significanty off-center (approx 80/20 top-to-bottom and 70/30 left-to-right). Corners show visible rounding/softening, and there is noticeable edge wear on the right side.
Category
Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate-Strong. Dwight Evans has a dedicated following among Red Sox collectors and vintage enthusiasts. While not a first-ballot Hall of Famer, his analytics-based HOF case keeps his RC in steady demand.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$15.00 - $35.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $40-60, PSA 4: $65-85, PSA 5: $110-140
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for mid-low grade '73 Evans RCs range from $20 to $40. PSA 4 specimens typically sell for around $75. High-grade PSA 8 or 9 copies jump into the $500 - $2,500 range, highlighting the massive premium for centering and sharp corners.
Description
A classic 1973 Topps rookie card featuring Boston Red Sox legend Dwight 'Dewey' Evans. This card features the iconic 73 design with rounded photo borders and color-coded banners. Evans is shown in a classic batting stance at Fenway Park. This is a high-number card (#614) which traditionally carries a premium due to lower distribution compared to earlier series.
Key Features
Official Rookie Card of 8-time Gold Glove winner and Red Sox Hall of Famer Dwight Evans. Part of the 1973 Topps 'High Number' series which is more difficult to find than common cards.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence: High. The card shows correct 1973 card stock (grayish cardboard back), appropriate vintage ink absorption, and the standard 'Topps' grainy photo quality for the era. Not commonly faked in this lower-grade condition.
Flaws to Note
Heavy centering issues: bottom border is much thicker than the top. Top-right and bottom-right corners are rounded. There is micro-chipping/whitening along the right edge. Surface appears relatively clean but centeredness will prevent a high grade.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card in raw condition. Red Sox memorabilia Facebook groups or a local card show would also be effective for a quick sale to a team collector.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this specific copy; the centering and corner wear will result in a grade that costs more than the value added. List it as '1973 Topps Dwight Evans Rookie RC #614 Boston Red Sox' to maximize search visibility. Ship in a penny sleeve and top-loader using eBay Standard Envelope for low-cost tracking.