1975 Topps Juan Beniquez #42
Juan Beniquez · Topps · Base
Player
Juan Beniquez
Set
1975 Topps Base
Year
1975
Card #
#42
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Centering is significantly off-top to bottom. Visible corner softening on all four corners, especially the top right. Minor chipping along the right edge and visible surface wear.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - Niche. Primarily sought after by 1975 Topps set builders or Boston Red Sox team collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $3-5, PSA 3: $5-8, PSA 4: $10-15 (Note: Grading cost exceeds the value of the card).
Comparable Sales
Recent raw copies of this card typically sell for under $1.00. Graded copies in mid-grade (PSA 5-6) typically sell for $10-20, mostly covering the cost of the plastic slab.
Description
A classic 1975 Topps Juan Beniquez baseball card featuring the iconic two-tone purple and pink border design. Beniquez is shown in his Boston Red Sox uniform in a follow-through batting pose. The card features a facsimile autograph across the bottom left of the image and the position 'Outfield' within a baseball graphic on the lower right.
Key Features
Iconic 1975 Topps multi-color border design; features an established MLB veteran in a Boston Red Sox uniform.
Authenticity Indicators
Confidence: High. The cardboard stock, color saturation, and print dot pattern are consistent with 1970s Topps production. This is not a commonly counterfeited card as it is a low-value common.
Flaws to Note
Significant top-to-bottom centering issues (heavy at the top). Rounding and softening of all corners. Visible edge wear/white chipping on the right side. Minor surface scuffing in the purple border area.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for eBay as a single (though shipping cost may be more than the card value), COMC, or in 'common' bins at local card shows and shops.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fees are 20-50x the card's worth. Best listed as part of a 1975 Topps team set or a value lot to save on shipping. Use eBay Standard Envelope for cheap tracked shipping if sold individually.