1965 Topps Charlie James #238
Charlie James · Topps · Base
Player
Charlie James
Set
1965 Topps
Year
1965
Card #
238
Condition Grade
PSA 1 (Poor) - Authentic Altered/Damaged
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Niche / Low (Common vintage card in poor condition)
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 1: $5-8, PSA 2: $10-12, PSA 3: $15-20 (Note: Grading cost exceeds card value)
Comparable Sales
High-grade PSA 8 examples sell for $30-50; however, raw copies in poor/fair condition generally sell for under $1 or are bundled in bulk lots for $0.10-$0.25 per card.
Description
Vintage 1965 Topps baseball card featuring Cincinnati Reds outfielder Charlie James. The card design features the classic pennant logo in the bottom left corner with 'REDS' text and the Mr. Redlegs mascot. The background is a crisp close-up portrait of James against a soft-focus stadium backdrop. This is a survivor from the iconic mid-60s set known for its colorful borders and team flags.
Key Features
Vintage 1960s Topps design; features the popular Cincinnati Reds 'Mr. Redlegs' pennant logo; Charlie James was a member of the 1964 World Series Champion Cardinals (traded to Reds in 1965).
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic vintage cardboard stock and 1965 color palette; correct period-accurate typography; aging and wear patterns are consistent with original 1960s production. Confidence: High. Not a commonly faked card.
Flaws to Note
Severe condition issues: multiple heavy horizontal and vertical creases across the face of the card; significant corner rounding and paper loss; heavy edge wear and fraying; surface staining and dirt; overall structural integrity is compromised.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a 'Vintage Commons' bulk lot on eBay, or at a local card show in a 'dollar bin.' Individual sale is not recommended due to shipping costs vs value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading significantly exceeds the market value. If selling, list it as 'Filler Condition' for a set builder looking to complete the 1965 set on a budget. Use a plain white envelope (PWE) for shipping to keep costs low.