1973 Topps Dwight Evans Rookie Card #614
Dwight Evans · Topps · Rookie Card (RC), High Number Short Print
Player
Dwight Evans
Set
1973 Topps
Year
1973
Card #
#614
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) to PSA 4 (VG-EX) range. The card shows significant edge wear, soft corners, and is off-center towards the top-left.
Category
Rookie Card (RC), High Number Short Print
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Strong. Dwight Evans has significant hobby support, especially among Red Sox fans and 'Modern Era' Hall of Fame committee watchers. High-number 1973s remain a difficult chase for set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$40.00 - $65.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $50-70, PSA 4: $85-110, PSA 5: $150-180
Comparable Sales
Recent raw copies in similar VG-EX condition have sold between $45 and $60. PSA 4 copies recently settled near $100, while PSA 7s and higher command significant premiums ($400+).
Description
This is the iconic 1973 Topps Dwight Evans Rookie Card, number 614. Considered a 'High Number' series card, it is significantly rarer than cards in the early series of the 1973 set. The card features a young 'Dewey' in a batting stance at the stadium, framed by the classic 1973 black and yellow block text design.
Key Features
Official Rookie Card of 8-time Gold Glove winner and Red Sox legend Dwight Evans. As a 'High Number' (600+ series) card from the 1973 set, it was produced in much lower quantities and is a staple for vintage Boston Red Sox collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence is High. The card stock shows the appropriate clay-coated front and brown chipboard back typical of 1973 Topps. The printing uses a visible CMYK halftone dot pattern common for the era. This card is not as heavily faked as the Mike Schmidt from the same set, but 'Reprints' exist; this sample appears genuine based on wear patterns.
Flaws to Note
Noticeable whitening and chipping on all four edges. The corners are rounded (soft). The card is off-center favoring the top and left borders. There appears to be minor surface wear/scuffs consistent with an ungraded vintage card.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this specific card due to the high volume of vintage set builders. A 'Buy It Now' with 'Best Offer' would likely result in a quick sale.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading plus shipping would exceed the value added for a lower-grade specimen. Use keywords like 'L73 Topps Dwight Evans RC High Number'. High-resolution photos of the back are essential for vintage sales.