1976 Topps A.L. Strikeout Leaders #199 Frank Tanana/Bert Blyleven/Gaylord Perry
Frank Tanana, Bert Blyleven, Gaylord Perry · Topps · Leader Card / Base
Player
Frank Tanana, Bert Blyleven, Gaylord Perry
Set
1976 Topps Base Set
Year
1976
Card #
#199
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Centering is shifted noticeably towards the bottom edge. Corners show softening and rounding, particularly the top-right and bottom-right. The surface appears to have print speckling and general age toning.
Category
Leader Card / Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - Appeals primarily to set builders and player collectors (Blyleven/Perry). It is a staple of mid-70s collections but widely available in this condition.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $8-12, PSA 4: $15-20, PSA 2: $5-7
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies in similar 'Very Good' condition range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. PSA 8 copies have sold for $40-60, but this card does not meet that condition threshold.
Description
A classic 1976 Topps League Leaders card featuring the American League Strikeout kings from the 1975 season. The card showcases three legendary pitchers: Angels lefty Frank Tanana in the large top frame, with Hall of Famers Bert Blyleven and Gaylord Perry in the smaller bottom frames. Features the iconic 1976 Topps multi-color border design with blue, pink, and yellow accents and the 'miniature player' silhouette in the center.
Key Features
Includes two Hall of Fame pitchers (Blyleven and Perry). Part of an iconic vintage set known for its colorful 1970s aesthetic. Tanana was a dominant force during this era.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence in authenticity. The cardboard stock shows the correct greyish-brown color on the back (not visible but inferred from era) and the 'dot-matrix' print pattern on the pink headers is consistent with 1970s Topps lithography. Not a high-risk card for counterfeiting due to low current value.
Flaws to Note
Significant bottom-heavy centering. Soft/rounded corners. Slight edge wear on the left side. General surface wear and typical 'vintage' card stock darkening/toning.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now or small auction), COMC, or a 'Dollar Bin' at a local card show. Shipping via eBay Standard Envelope ($0.60 - $1.00) is the most cost-effective way to list.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fees would far exceed the market value. When listing, highlight the Hall of Fame names (Blyleven and Perry) in the title. Use a penny sleeve and top-loader for shipping. This card is best sold as part of a lot of 1976 Topps cards to maximize shipping costs.