1978 Topps Tom Murphy #337
Tom Murphy · Topps · Base
Player
Tom Murphy
Set
1978 Topps Base Set
Year
1978
Card #
#337
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (Excellent). Centering is heavily shifted to the top-left (approx 80/20 top-to-bottom); corners show mild rounding and softening; edges have slight chipping common with vintage Topps stock.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche. This is a common card of a non-star player. It appeals primarily to set builders or Boston Red Sox completionist collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $8-$12, PSA 6: $15-$20, PSA 8: $45-$60. Note: Grading costs will likely exceed the market value of this specific card.
Comparable Sales
Recent sales for 1978 Topps commons in mid-grade raw condition range from $0.10 to $0.99. High-grade PSA 9 or 10 examples of this card rarely appear but can Fetch $50+, though this specific card is not a candidate for those grades.
Description
A classic 1978 Topps baseball card featuring Boston Red Sox pitcher Tom Murphy. The card features a portrait of Murphy holding his glove with a facsimile signature at the bottom. The iconic 1978 design includes a colorful 'Reddit Sox' script in red with a blue 'Pitcher' ribbon in the upper right. The card is printed on standard gray/brown vintage cardstock.
Key Features
Features a journeyman pitcher for the Boston Red Sox; part of the iconic 1978 script design set; affordable vintage addition for Red Sox team collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic vintage cardstock feel; half-tone dot patterns visible under magnification; correct typography for the 1978 set. Confidence: High (very low incentive for counterfeiting).
Flaws to Note
Significant off-centering towards the top and left borders; fuzzy/soft corners (not sharp); minor surface wear and typical vintage ink registration; slight paper toning on the back (if typical for the set).
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for eBay as a 'Buy It Now' with low shipping, COMC (Check Out My Cards) for set-builders, or in a local 'common' bin at a card show. Not recommended for major auction houses.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the fees far outweigh the value. If selling on eBay, use 'Standard Envelope' (PWE) to keep shipping costs under $1.00. List as a 'set filler' for collectors looking to complete their 1978 Topps runs.