1978 Topps Rookie Shortstops Paul Molitor & Alan Trammell RC #707
Paul Molitor, Alan Trammell, Mickey Klutts, U.L. Washington · Topps · Rookie Card (RC), Multi-Player
Player
Paul Molitor, Alan Trammell, Mickey Klutts, U.L. Washington
Set
1978 Topps Baseball
Year
1978
Card #
#707
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Centering is significantly off-right (~80/20). Bottom left corner shows rounding and minor fraying. White border shows surface staining or toning on the left side. Top edge has minor chipping.
Category
Rookie Card (RC), Multi-Player
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Strong. As a dual Hall of Fame rookie card, there is always a liquid market despite condition issues.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$40.00 - $65.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $35-45, PSA 3: $50-70, PSA 4: $85-110. (Note: Centering issues often lead to 'OC' qualifiers or lower numeric grades regardless of corner sharpness).
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for copies with similar centering and corner wear range from $45 to $60. PSA 3 copies typically sell for $60-$80. PSA 8 copies can exceed $1,000, illustrating how much condition impacts this specific issue.
Description
A cornerstone of late 70s collecting, this 1978 Topps Rookie Shortstops card features two multi-generational Hall of Famers: Paul Molitor and Alan Trammell. The card features four player panels on a vibrant yellow interior background with a classic red border box. It includes Mickey Klutts (Yankees) and U.L. Washington (Royals) alongside the two HOF legends.
Key Features
Major rookie card for two Hall of Famers (Molitor and Trammell). Iconic 1978 multi-player rookie design. Highly sought after by HOF collectors and Detroit Tigers/Milwaukee Brewers fans.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Card stock shows appropriate age-related toning. Print patterns (halftone dots) match 1978 Topps production. No evidence of modern glossy reprint characteristics.
Flaws to Note
Heavy right-side centering issues (miscut appearance/narrow right border). Softening of the bottom-left corner. Visible wear and minor surface staining on the far left white margin. Minor edge roughness on the top edge.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (Auction or Buy It Now with Best Offer) for maximum exposure. Local vintage card shows are also excellent for raw mid-grade vintage cards.
Selling Tips
Avoid grading this specific copy as the centering and corner wear will likely result in a low grade that doesn't cover the cost of grading fees. List as 'Authentic HOF Rookie' and use high-resolution photos highlighting the corners. Ship in a penny sleeve and top-loader inside a bubble mailer.