1978 Topps Rick Miller #228
Rick Miller · Topps · Base
Player
Rick Miller
Set
1978 Topps Base Set
Year
1978
Card #
#228
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Corners show significant rounding especially at the bottom left; centering is shifted approximately 65/35 left-to-right; visible edge wear and surface flecks (white spots) in the red header area.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche - Most demand comes from set collectors completing the 1978 set or team collectors specifically looking for Red Sox vintage.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $3-5, PSA 3: $5-8, PSA 4: $8-12. (Note: Grading cost far exceeds market value for this specific card.)
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of raw 1978 Topps Rick Miller cards typically range from $0.10 to $0.99 as individual listings or as part of large common lots sold for $5-$10.
Description
A classic 1978 Topps Rick Miller baseball card featuring the iconic two-tone design with a large 'RED SOX' header in blue block lettering. The card shows an action-oriented portrait of Miller in his Boston Red Sox cap and jersey, holding a bat. The bottom section includes a yellow name bar and a small baseball graphic identifying his position as 'Outfield'. A printed facsimile signature 'Rick Miller' across the lower part of the photo completes the design.
Key Features
Features a Gold Glove winner in iconic 1978 Topps design; collectible for Boston Red Sox team set builders.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence: High. The card stock shows the appropriate vintage gray-brown pulp characteristic of 1970s Topps. The printing shows the correct halftone dot pattern. This is a common card that is not frequently counterfeited.
Flaws to Note
Rounded corners at all four points; noticeable white chipping on the right and top edges; centering is heavy toward the left side; small surface pockmarks/snow in the red background area.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a bulk vintage lot on eBay, or to a local card shop in a 'nickel/dime' bin. Individual sale platforms like COMC are suitable if you have a larger inventory.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fees will be 20x the value of the card. When selling, combine it with other 1978 Topps Red Sox cards to appeal to team collectors. Use a penny sleeve and top loader even for low-value vintage to maintain current condition.