1975 Topps Lou Brock '74 Highlights #5
Lou Brock · Topps · Base Insert (Record Breaker / Highlights)
Player
Lou Brock
Set
1975 Topps Base
Year
1975
Card #
5
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (Excellent)
Category
Base Insert (Record Breaker / Highlights)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $15-20, PSA 5: $25-35, PSA 6: $45-60
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $4 to $15 depending on centering. PSA 5 copies typically sell between $25 and $40, while PSA 8 examples jump significantly into the $150+ range.
Description
This 1975 Topps card commemorates Lou Brock's historic 1974 season where he stole 118 bases, breaking Maury Wills' single-season record. The card features a vibrant dual-tone border design in red and brown, typical of the 1975 set. Brock is pictured in his St. Louis Cardinals uniform with a facsimile signature across the image. The top header reads ''74 Highlights' and the bottom provides the caption 'Brock Steals 118 Bases.'
Key Features
Hall of Fame player Lou Brock; Record-breaking statistical milestone (118 stolen bases); Iconic 1975 Topps two-tone border design.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic card stock for 1975 (gray/brown pulp); correct color saturation for the orange/red and brown borders; appropriate age-related wear. High confidence in authenticity as this specific highlight card is rarely counterfeited.
Flaws to Note
The card appears slightly top-heavy in centering. The bottom left corner shows visible softening/whitening. There is minor edge wear visible on the left side. Surface appears clean but typical 1975 stock is prone to print bubbles.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card due to high traffic for vintage Hall of Famers. Local card shows or COMC are secondary options for lower-value raw vintage.
Selling Tips
Use high-resolution photos of both front and back. Mention 'Hall of Fame' and 'Record Breaker' in the title. Shipping in a bubble mailer with tracking is recommended if it sells for over $20; otherwise, eBay Standard Envelope ($0.60-$1.00) is best for individual raw cards.