1978 Topps Rod Carew / Dave Parker Batting Leaders #2
Rod Carew, Dave Parker · Topps · Base / Leader Insert
Player
Rod Carew, Dave Parker
Set
1978 Topps Base
Year
1978
Card #
#2
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) to PSA 4 (VG-EX). The centering is heavily skewed towards the bottom (bottom-heavy), and the top-left/bottom-left corners show visible rounding and white wear. The surface appears to have some light staining or discoloration typical of 1970s card stock.
Category
Base / Leader Insert
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate to Low. While Rod Carew is a Hall of Famer, leader cards generally command less interest than solo base cards or cards from the early 1970s. Demand is steady among set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.50 - $4.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $10-15, PSA 5: $20-25, PSA 6: $30-40. (Note: Grading cost exceeds current market value for this specific copy).
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for mid-grade copies range from $1.00 to $5.00. PSA 7 copies typically sell for $45-55, while PSA 8 copies can reach $100, but this specific card would not achieve those grades due to centering and corner wear.
Description
Featured here is a classic 1978 Topps Batting Leaders card #2 showcasing two of the era's greatest hitters: Hall of Famer Rod Carew (A.L. leader) and Dave 'The Cobra' Parker (N.L. leader). The card features the iconic 1978 banner design and crisp dual portraits. A must-have for Carew player collectors or set builders looking for milestone cards from the late 70s.
Key Features
Features Hall of Famer Rod Carew; highlights the 1977 batting titles where Carew hit .388; dual-player format with MVP Dave Parker; classic 1978 Topps design.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity Confidence: High. The card stock shows the correct grey/brown cardboard texture of the 1978 Topps set. The print pattern and alignment of the '1978' baseball logo are consistent with originals. This card is rarely counterfeited due to low market value.
Flaws to Note
Significant bottom-heavy centering issues; soft and rounded corners (especially the left side); age-related yellowing of the white borders; potential surface wear from being stored in a non-sleeved top loader.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a PWE/Standard Envelope listing), COMC, or a local card show 'dollar box'.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fees will be significantly higher than the final sale price. List it as '1978 Topps #2 Rod Carew Dave Parker Batting Leaders' to hit both player keywords. Use eBay Standard Envelope for cheap $0.60 - $1.00 shipping to make the price attractive to buyers.