1973 Topps Rico Petrocelli #175
Rico Petrocelli · Topps · Base
Player
Rico Petrocelli
Set
1973 Topps Base Set
Year
1973
Card #
#175
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Centering is significantly shifted to the right (approx 75/25). Lower right corner shows soft rounding and white exposure. Surface shows minor scratches, and top edge has visible wear.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low-Moderate - Petrocelli is a beloved Red Sox figure, but as a non-HOF base card from a high-print era, demand is primarily from set builders and Red Sox team collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $6-10, PSA 5: $12-18, PSA 6: $22-30
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. PSA 6 copies recently sold in the $20-$25 range. Markets for 1970s commons are stable but flat.
Description
This 1973 Topps Rico Petrocelli card features the Red Sox legend in his iconic batting helmet. The 1973 design is classic, featuring a small silhouette of a fielder in the bottom left corner and the team name in bold block letters across the bottom. This card captures the 2-time All-Star during the prime of his career in Boston.
Key Features
Features a Red Sox Hall of Fame member. Iconic 1973 Topps design. High-appeal team (Boston Red Sox). Card reflects his transition to third base later in his career.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic vintage card stock with appropriate brown/gray cardboard backing. The 'grainy' photo print quality is consistent with 1973 Topps lithography. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
O/C (Off-center) to the right. Bottom right corner is soft/dinged. Minor surface abrasions visible on the dark background of the photo. Top edge has slight chipping typical of mid-70s card stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now or in a low-cost auction), COMC, or local card shows in the New England area where Red Sox nostalgia is highest.
Selling Tips
Due to the cost of grading exceeding the card's value at this grade, it is best sold 'raw'. Use clear high-resolution scans or photos of both front and back. Mention 'Red Sox' and '1973 Topps' in the title. Ship in a penny sleeve and top loader using eBay Standard Envelope for low-cost tracked shipping.