1965 Topps Frank Kostro #278
Frank Kostro · Topps · Base
Player
Frank Kostro
Set
1965 Topps Base
Year
1965
Card #
#278
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (Very Good) - Centering is significantly off-top-to-bottom and left-to-right. Corners show rounding and noticeable wear. Edges have chipping, and there are visible surface stains/debris on the right middle area.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - Historically a common card for a non-star player. Demand is primarily driven by 1965 set builders or Minnesota Twins team collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $4.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $5-8, PSA 3: $10-15, PSA 4: $18-25
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw 1965 Topps commons in VG condition range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. Mid-grade PSA 5/6 copies typically sell for $15-$30.
Description
This 1965 Topps Frank Kostro card features the Minnesota Twins utility player in a classic batting pose. The design is iconic for its colorful team pennant in the bottom left corner and a purple border frame. Kostro is shown in his away grey uniform with the vintage Minnesota Twins patch clearly visible on his sleeve.
Key Features
Vintage 1960s Topps design, Minnesota Twins team card, features the popular 'pennant' design aesthetic highly sought after by set builders.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity is high. The card stock shows appropriate age-related toning for 1965 cardboard. The printing shows the correct dot matrix pattern under magnification, and the blue/purple ink tone is consistent with standard 1965 Topps runs.
Flaws to Note
Significant centering issues (roughly 20/80 L-R and 30/70 T-B). Moderate corner softening. Multiple surface spots/scuffing on the mid-right side. Minor edge wear on the white borders.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now/Best Offer), COMC, or a 'dollar bin' at a local card show and shop.
Selling Tips
Grading this card is NOT recommended as the cost of grading ($18-$25+) far exceeds the market value of the card in this condition. Sell as a 'raw' vintage common. Use high-resolution scans of front and back to satisfy set builders looking for specific centering.