1978 Topps Rookie Catchers Dale Murphy #707
Dale Murphy, Bo Diaz, Lance Parrish, Ernie Whitt · Topps · Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Dale Murphy, Bo Diaz, Lance Parrish, Ernie Whitt
Set
1978 Topps Base Set
Year
1978
Card #
#707
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Centering is significantly shifted to the right (approx 75/25), with visible soft corners and slight edge wear along the right side.
Category
Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate-Strong. Dale Murphy remains a highly popular player among 1980s collectors and Braves fans, despite not being in the Hall of Fame.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$15.00 - $30.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $25-30, PSA 5: $40-50, PSA 6: $70-90
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies in similar EX condition range from $18 to $28. PSA 5 examples typically sell for $45-$55, while well-centered PSA 8s jump to $250+.
Description
This iconic 1978 Topps Rookie Catchers card features multiple-time NL MVP Dale Murphy. The front showcases four rookie catchers in individual square panels against a yellow background within a red-bordered frame. The bottom left features the '78 year stamp and 'ROOKIE CATCHERS' text. Featured players include Bo Diaz, Dale Murphy, Lance Parrish, and Ernie Whitt.
Key Features
Main rookie card for 2-time MVP Dale Murphy; also features 8-time All-Star Lance Parrish. One of the most important cards in the 1978 Topps set.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct card stock thickness for 1978 Topps, appropriate ink dot patterns (halftone) in the panels, and aged cardboard color on the reverse. Not a commonly faked card in this specific lower condition.
Flaws to Note
Significant right-to-left centering issues (OC); soft lower right and upper right corners; minor surface speckling in the yellow area; slight chipping on the right edge. These factors will prevent a high-grade designation.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card in raw condition. A COMC submission would also be appropriate for a mid-tier vintage card like this.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the centering and corner wear will limit it to a mid-grade, where the cost of grading exceeds the value added. List it as 'Raw EX' and provide clear photos of the back. Use keywords: 'Dale Murphy Rookie', '1978 Topps 707', 'Braves'.