1979 Topps Steve Garvey #50
Steve Garvey · Topps · Base
Player
Steve Garvey
Set
1979 Topps Base Set
Year
1979
Card #
#50
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 5 (EX) to PSA 6 (EX-MT). The centering on the reverse shows a slight top-to-bottom tilt. Corners appear relatively sharp through the top loader, but common issues for this set include soft edges and surface wax stains from the original packs.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Steve Garvey has a dedicated fanbase, especially among Los Angeles Dodgers collectors, though base cards from the 'junk wax' transition era are abundant.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.50 - $4.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $10-15, PSA 7: $15-25, PSA 8: $45-60, PSA 9: $200+, PSA 10: $2,000+
Comparable Sales
Recent ungraded sales range from $1 to $5 depending on shipping costs. PSA 8 copies recently sold for approximately $45-55. High-grade PSA 9 examples show significant price jumps due to the difficulty of finding centered 1979 stock.
Description
This is a 1979 Topps Steve Garvey card featuring his complete Major League batting record through 1978. The card back is printed on classic gray vintage cardstock with green and black ink, featuring a 'Baseball Dates' trivia section about a 1917 22-inning game. Steve Garvey is an 8-time All-Star, NL MVP, and World Series Champion, making this a staple for Dodgers collectors and vintage set builders.
Key Features
Hall of Fame-caliber player, iconic 1970s Topps design, low card number (#50 often indicates a star in Topps sets), and clean statistical backing.
Authenticity Indicators
Genuine vintage Topps cardstock with appropriate pulp fiber texture; correct green/black ink saturation for the 1979 series; '© 1979 TOPPS CHEWING GUM INC' copyright present on bottom left. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Centering shift toward the top border on the reverse; potential for common print 'snow' or surface scratches characteristic of 1979 Topps cardstock. Bottom right corner on the reverse shows slight whitening/wear.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for individual sales), COMC (good for volume selling), or local card shows as a 'dollar bin' star card.
Selling Tips
Do not grade unless the front surface and centering are absolutely perfect (PSA 9 or 10 contender); otherwise, the grading fee will exceed the card's value. List as '1979 Topps Steve Garvey #50 Dodgers' with high-resolution photos of both front and back.