1976 Topps Willie Randolph #592 Rookie Card
Willie Randolph · Topps · Rookie Card (RC), Topps All-Star Rookie Cup
Player
Willie Randolph
Set
1976 Topps Base Set
Year
1976
Card #
592
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) Estimated. The card shows decent centering (approx 60/40), fairly sharp corners for the era, but there is noticeable edge wear and minor surface speckling typical of mid-70s card stock.
Category
Rookie Card (RC), Topps All-Star Rookie Cup
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate-Strong. Consistent demand from Yankees team collectors and 1970s set builders. Randolph's proximity to the HOF and coaching legacy keeps him relevant.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$10.00 - $25.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $15-20; PSA 6: $25-35; PSA 7: $50-65; PSA 8: $150-180; PSA 9: $450+
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales range from $8-20 depending on condition. PSA 7 copies consistently bring $55-70. High-grade (PSA 9) examples have spiked over $500 in recent years due to low population counts.
Description
A classic 1976 Topps Willie Randolph Rookie Card featuring the iconic gold 'Topps All-Star Rookie' cup in the bottom right corner. Randolph is pictured in his Yankees uniform with a facsimile signature across the middle. The design features the '76 characteristic serif font for the team name and a blue ribbon banner for the position (2nd Base).
Key Features
Single-player 1970s Yankees Rookie Card; features the prestigious Topps All-Star Rookie Cup; Willie Randolph is a 6-time All-Star and Yankees legend; key card in the 1976 Topps set.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Card stock density and ink pattern consistent with 1976 Topps printing. Facsimile signature is properly integrated into the print layers. Not a commonly faked card due to mid-range value.
Flaws to Note
Slight top-to-bottom centering bias; minor corner rounding on the bottom left; light surface spotting on the left border; potential vintage 'wax stain' on the reverse (cannot see back, but common for this set).
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card to reach the widest audience of vintage collectors. COMC is a good secondary option for a 'set-and-forget' sale.
Selling Tips
Grading is only recommended if the card is a likely PSA 8 or higher. For this specific card, selling 'raw' at a fair price is likely the fastest route. Clear photos of the back are essential for vintage buyers to check for paper loss or wax marks.