1966 Topps Dick Green #264
Dick Green · Topps · Base
Player
Dick Green
Set
1966 Topps
Year
1966
Card #
#264
Condition Grade
PSA 2 (Good) to PSA 3 (VG). The card exhibits a significant vertical crease through the center, soft corners, and visible edge wear. Centering is approximately 60/40 left-to-right.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low to Moderate. Primarily sought after by team collectors and 1966 Topps set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$2.00 - $5.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $10-15, PSA 3: $18-25, PSA 4: $30-40. Assessment: Grading is not recommended as costs exceed market value.
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for mid-grade copies (VG-EX) range from $4 to $8. High-grade (PSA 8+) copies can reach $50+, but creased copies typically sell for the price of shipping plus a small premium.
Description
Original 1966 Topps Dick Green baseball card featuring the Kansas City Athletics infielder in a defensive fielding pose. The card design includes the classic 1966 wood-grain style border with the team name 'ATHLETICS' in blue block letters at the bottom and a facsimile autograph across the image.
Key Features
Vintage 1960s Topps era; features Dick Green, a key member of the Oakland A's championship dynasty of the early 70s; classic KC Athletics logo on cap.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence: High. The cardboard stock aging, dot-matrix printing patterns in the skin tones, and the specific blue hue of the team name are consistent with 1966 Topps production. This is not a commonly counterfeited card.
Flaws to Note
A clear vertical crease runs from the top edge down through the player's head and jersey. Bottom-right corner is rounded. Noticeable surface wear and dirt on the white borders. Softening on all four corners.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now/Best Offer), COMC, or a local card show 'dollar bin.'
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the crease significantly limits the grade and resale value. List it as 'Vintage Topps' and 'Set Filler' to attract hobbyists looking to complete the 1966 set on a budget.