1976 Topps Jim Palmer / Randy Jones Victory Leaders #193
Jim Palmer and Randy Jones · Topps · Base / League Leaders / Hall of Fame (Palmer)
Player
Jim Palmer and Randy Jones
Set
1976 Topps Base Set
Year
1976
Card #
#193
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX). Centering is reasonably good but the card shows soft corners (particular bottom left) and visible edge wear on the right side. Surface appears clean of major wax stains.
Category
Base / League Leaders / Hall of Fame (Palmer)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Jim Palmer collectors and 1976 set builders maintain a steady demand, though leader cards typically have lower value than solo player cards.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$2.00 - $6.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $8-12, PSA 5: $15-20, PSA 6: $25-35. In high grades like PSA 9/10, this card can exceed $150, but current condition does not warrant that valuation.
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for EX condition copies have hovered between $3 and $7. Graded PSA 7 copies recently sold in the $40 range, while PSA 5 examples sell for around $15.
Description
This 1976 Topps baseball card #193 features the '1975 Victory Leaders' from both leagues. On the left is Hall of Famer Jim Palmer (Orioles) and on the right is Randy Jones (Padres). The design features a horizontal orientation with pink 'VICTORY LEADERS' text and two distinct portrait photographs of the pitchers in their era-specific uniforms.
Key Features
Features Hall of Fame pitcher Jim Palmer; iconic 1976 Topps design with retro typography; depicts the league leaders from the previous season (1975).
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The cardboard stock shows the typical grey/brown recycled fibrous texture of the mid-70s Topps issues. The ink saturation and halftone dot patterns are consistent with authentic 1976 printing methods. This is not a commonly faked card.
Flaws to Note
Significant softening and rounding of corners, especially noticeable on the bottom left corner. Notable edge chipping/fiber wear on the right-hand border. Centering is slightly off-center top-to-bottom.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for eBay as a 'Buy It Now' with 'Best Offer' or COMC. High-volume card shows would also be a good place for a low-cost card like this in a nickel/dime bin or small display case.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fee will significantly exceed the market value of the card at a mid-range grade. List with keywords 'Hall of Fame', 'Orioles', and '1976 Topps'. Use a standard white envelope (PWE) for shipping to keep costs low for the buyer.