1978 Topps Dick Ruthven #411
Dick Ruthven · Topps · Base
Player
Dick Ruthven
Set
1978 Topps Baseball
Year
1978
Card #
#411
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering is slightly off left-to-right (approx 65/35), sharp bottom-left corner with slight softening on top-left, clean surface but visible edge wear on the right side.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - This is primarily a common card sought by set builders or Braves team collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $5.00, PSA 6: $10.00-15.00, PSA 7: $20.00-25.00
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay 'Sold' listings for raw copies typically range from $0.99 to $1.50 with free shipping. Graded PSA 8 copies have recently sold in the $30-$40 range, but lower grades rarely appear at auction due to low demand.
Description
Classic 1978 Topps Dick Ruthven card featuring the iconic script 'Braves' team logo in green and the baseball position icon in the upper right. Ruthven is shown in a blue Atlanta Braves warmup jacket and cap. The card features the signature 1978 pink inner border design.
Key Features
Mid-career card for a 2-time All-Star and 1980 World Series Champion. Features the beloved 1978 Topps script design.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic card stock with the correct off-white greyish tint of 1970s Topps paper. High confidence. Not a commonly counterfeited card.
Flaws to Note
Left-to-right centering favor; bottom-right edge shows minor roughness; top corners show slight touch of wear from handling; minor print dots visible in the white bordering.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best as part of a lot or set), COMC for individual sales, or local card shop 'penny boxes'.
Selling Tips
Listing this individually may not be cost-effective due to shipping. It is best sold in a 'Team Lot' of 1970s Braves or as part of a 1978 Topps near-complete set. Grading is not recommended as the cost of grading significantly exceeds the market value of the card at this grade level.