1973 Topps Rookie Pitchers Jimmy Freeman / Charlie Hough / Hank Webb #591
Jimmy Freeman, Charlie Hough, Hank Webb · Topps · Rookie Card
Player
Jimmy Freeman, Charlie Hough, Hank Webb
Set
1973 Topps
Year
1973
Card #
#591
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) to PSA 4 (VG-EX). The centering is heavily shifted toward the top (approx. 90/10) and right. Visible corner rounding, most notably the bottom right which has a small crease or fraying. Surface appears relatively clean but edges show consistent wear.
Category
Rookie Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Charlie Hough has a dedicated following among Dodgers fans and knuckleball enthusiasts. Collectors of the 1973 set frequently seek this for their high-number checklists.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $15-20, PSA 4: $25-35, PSA 5: $45-60. Note: Due to poor centering and corner wear, a high grade (PSA 8+) which commands $200+ is unachievable with this specific card.
Comparable Sales
Raw copies in similar Excellent condition generally sell for $8-$15. PSA 4 copies have recently settled around $30. PSA 8 examples, which this card is not, have sold for over $200 because of the centering difficulty of the 1973 set.
Description
A classic 1973 Topps '1973 Rookie Pitchers' card featuring three prospects: Jimmy Freeman (Braves), knuckleball legend Charlie Hough (Dodgers), and Hank Webb (Mets). The card features three circular-framed portraits against a horizontal white background with blue text. This card is part of the high-number series (#529-660), which are traditionally more difficult to find than low-number cards from the same year.
Key Features
Includes the true Rookie Card of Charlie Hough, who pitched 25 seasons in the MLB. Part of the 1973 Topps 'High Number' series which increases inherent rarity. Iconic 1970s multi-player rookie design.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Card stock shows correct pulp composition and thickness for 1973 Topps. The 'dot matrix' print pattern in the blue text and photos is consistent with vintage lithographic printing. No signs of modern 'reprint' gloss or high-definition pixelation.
Flaws to Note
Significant top-to-bottom and left-to-right centering issues (OC). The bottom right corner is soft with visible cardboard delamination. General edge wear and light yellowing of the card stock consistent with age.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this specific card due to the high volume of vintage set builders. Local card shows in Los Angeles or Dallas (where Hough is a legend) would also be effective.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fees would likely exceed the value of the card given the centering and corner condition. List as '1973 Topps Charlie Hough RC #591 High Number' to attract the right search traffic. Ship in a penny sleeve and top loader inside a reinforced bubble mailer or eBay Standard Envelope for low-cost tracking.