1977 Topps Pete Redfern #511
Pete Redfern · Topps · Base
Player
Pete Redfern
Set
1977 Topps Baseball
Year
1977
Card #
#511
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Centering is fair (top-bottom heavy), but the corners are significantly rounded with visible white chipping. High surface wear with multiple hairline scratches and a visible crease across the middle-right area.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche - Mostly sought by Minnesota Twins team collectors or those building the 1977 complete set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $3-5, PSA 4: $6-10, PSA 2: $1-2 (Grading cost far exceeds value)
Comparable Sales
Raw copies in similar Excellent-to-VG condition typically sell for under $1.00. PSA 8 copies have sold for $15-20, but this card is not in that condition tier.
Description
A vintage 1977 Topps Pete Redfern Minnesota Twins card. It features the classic 1977 design with team name in large block letters, 'Pitcher' in a banner, and a facsimile signature on the photo. The action shot captures the pitcher in mid-delivery.
Key Features
Vintage 1970s Topps design; Minnesota Twins team history; Features facsimile autograph which was a staple of '77 Topps design.
Authenticity Indicators
Genuine vintage card stock; Correct period ink absorption; Correct paper texture for 1977 Topps. High confidence. This card is not high-value enough to be a target for counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
Significant corner rounding; Heavy edge chipping; Visible surface creases across the center; Top-bottom centering is off; Overall surface dullness/fading.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot), COMC for individual listing, or local card shop bulk bins.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the cost of grading is significantly higher than the final market value. It is best sold in a 'Minnesota Twins' team lot or as a bulk addition to a 1977 Topps card lot to save on shipping costs.