1976 Topps Victory Leaders Tom Seaver / Randy Jones / Andy Messersmith #199
Tom Seaver, Randy Jones, Andy Messersmith · Topps · Base / League Leader
Player
Tom Seaver, Randy Jones, Andy Messersmith
Set
1976 Topps Base Set
Year
1976
Card #
#199
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX). Centering is notably shifted left-to-right (approx 70/30). Corners show visible softening and the edges have minor chipping typical for 1976 card stock.
Category
Base / League Leader
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Constant interest from Tom Seaver player collectors and 1976 set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$4.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $10-15, PSA 5: $20-25, PSA 6: $35-45
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this card in EX condition typically land between $5 and $10. PSA 7s have recently moved for $60-80, while PSA 5s sit around $20.
Description
A classic 1976 Topps Victory Leaders card featuring three NL pitching icons. The card highlights 1975's top winners, led by Hall of Famer Tom Seaver in a larger framed photo, flanked by Randy Jones and Andy Messersmith. The design features the iconic 1976 Topps vertical colored bars and a clean white border.
Key Features
Includes Hall of Fame Mets legend Tom Seaver; key league leader subset card for a 1970s set.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct vintage card stock thickness and grayish back. High confidence. This card is not commonly counterfeited due to its relatively low market value.
Flaws to Note
Significant left-to-right centering horizontal bias. Softening on the top-right corner. Minor surface snow/print threading in the white border areas.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (low-cost listing) or COMC for easy processing. Local card shows in NY/NJ area (Mets fans).
Selling Tips
Not recommended for grading unless part of a bulk vintage submission for registry purposes, as the centering limits the grade and the grading fee may exceed the final value. Use 'Mets Hall of Fame' in the title.