1979 Topps Willie Stargell #55
Willie Stargell · Topps · Base Hall of Famer
Player
Willie Stargell
Set
1979 Topps Base Set
Year
1979
Card #
55
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering is quite strong for this era; however, there is visible edge wear on the reverse and fuzzy corners common with 1979 card stock.
Category
Base Hall of Famer
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. As a Hall of Famer and 'Pops' of the 1979 'We Are Family' Pirates, Stargell remains a staple for team collectors and HOF set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$10.00 - $25.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $20.00, PSA 6: $35.00, PSA 7: $65.00
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for mid-grade copies average $12.00-$18.00. PSA 6 copies typically sell in the $30-$40 range on eBay.
Description
This 1979 Topps vintage card features Pittsburgh Pirates Hall of Fame legend Willie Stargell. The reverse showcases his complete Major League batting record, a 'Baseball Dates' trivia box about Rocky Colavito, and the classic green and brown 1979 design. The back is well-centered with clear text and minimal staining.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player, iconic 1979 design year (Stargell's MVP year), official career statistics through 1978.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity Confidence: High. The card displays the correct cardboard stock texture for 1978-79, the '© 1979 TOPPS CHEWING GUM INC' copyright on the lower left, and appropriate ink absorption for vintage offset printing.
Flaws to Note
Slight softening of the corners is present. The edges on the reverse side show minor white chipping against the brown border, and there is a slight tilt to the layout of the back printing common in this production year.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best platforms include eBay for maximum visibility, COMC for long-term consignment, or specialized Facebook groups like 'Vintage Baseball Cards.'
Selling Tips
Use high-resolution scans or photos out of the top loader to show surface quality. While this is a clean copy, the cost of grading may exceed the incremental value gain unless it is a guaranteed PSA 8 or higher. List on a Sunday evening for best visibility.