1970 Topps Ty Cobb The Sporting News All-Time All-Stars #466
Ty Cobb · Topps · Insert/Subset Legend Card
Player
Ty Cobb
Set
1970 Topps Base - Sporting News All-Time All-Stars Subset
Year
1970
Card #
466
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) to PSA 4 (VG-EX). The centering is heavily shifted toward the right (approximately 80/20 or 90/10). The top-left corner shows distinct softening/wear. Surface appears relatively clean but the miscut/centering is the primary grade inhibitor.
Category
Insert/Subset Legend Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Ty Cobb collectors always maintain a floor for his vintage cards, but because this is a career-contemporary 'tribute' card and not a playing-days card, it is more accessible for entry-level vintage collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$10 - $20
Graded Value
PSA 3: $25-35, PSA 4: $40-50, PSA 5: $65-80
Comparable Sales
Recent raw copies in similar 'off-center' condition have sold for $8-$15. PSA 5 copies (well-centered) typically sell for $75-$90, but this specific card's centering would likely trigger an 'OC' (Off-Center) qualifier or a lower straight grade.
Description
This 1970 Topps card features the legendary Ty Cobb as part of 'The Sporting News All-Time All-Stars' subset. The card displays a classic black and white action photo of 'The Georgia Peach' in his Detroit Tigers uniform, set against a vibrant yellow and red border design characteristic of the 1970 set. The 'The Sporting News' logo is prominently displayed at the top.
Key Features
Features Hall of Fame legend Ty Cobb; Part of a popular vintage subset; Iconic 1970 Topps gray-border design style on the reverse (though not shown, known for this year).
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The cardboard stock texture, the specific dot matrix pattern in the printing of the yellow bubble, and the naturally aged paper color of the 1970 stock are consistent with authentic Topps production. This specific subset is not a high-target for modern high-quality counterfeits.
Flaws to Note
Significant right-side centering issues (OC); soft corners, particularly the top left; slight edge wear visible on the white border; minor surface speckling in the black and white photo area.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card. Its price point fits well within the eBay Standard Envelope shipping category, making it attractive to buyers looking for low shipping costs.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading ($19+) exceeds the value bump gained for a low-mid grade due to the centering. List it as '1970 Topps Ty Cobb #466' with clear photos of the back. Use a penny sleeve and top-loader for shipping.