1977 Topps Rookies Outfielders #492 Brian Asselstine / Wayne Gross / Sam Mejias / Alvis Woods
Brian Asselstine, Wayne Gross, Sam Mejias, Alvis Woods · Topps · Rookie Card / Base
Player
Brian Asselstine, Wayne Gross, Sam Mejias, Alvis Woods
Set
1977 Topps
Year
1977
Card #
492
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Centering is significantly off (heavy towards bottom/right), top-left corner shows moderate rounding/softness, and edges show minor chipping.
Category
Rookie Card / Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - This is a 'common' rookie card from the 1970s. While Wayne Gross had a respectable career, there are no Hall of Fame players on this card to drive significant demand.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $1.50
Graded Value
PSA 3: $8 - $12, PSA 4: $12 - $18, PSA 2: $3 - $6
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies of this card consistently range from $0.99 to $1.99 with free shipping. Graded PSA 8 copies typically sell for $20-$30, but this specimen would not achieve that grade.
Description
A classic 1977 Topps multi-player rookie card featuring four young outfielders: Brian Asselstine (Braves), Wayne Gross (A's), Sam Mejias (Expos), and Alvis Woods (Blue Jays). The card features the light green 'ROOKIES' header typical of the 1977 design with red pennant accents.
Key Features
Includes Wayne Gross (1977 All-Star) and Alvis Woods (original Blue Jay). Iconic 1977 Topps multi-player rookie design.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic. Features the correct matte cardstock typical of late 70s Topps, characteristic dot-matrix print pattern in the player photos, and age-appropriate toning on the white borders. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant bottom-heavy centering; the bottom border is very thin compared to the top. The top-left and bottom-left corners exhibit rounding. Visible print snow/speckling in the white gutters.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a 1977 Topps set builder lot on eBay or in a 'quarter box' at a local card show. Shipping costs would likely exceed the value of the card if sold individually.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fees ($15+) far exceed the market value. Selling as part of a team set (e.g., Oakland A's or Toronto Blue Jays team lot) is the most effective way to move this card.