1977 Topps Carl Yastrzemski 'Turn Back The Clock' #434
Carl Yastrzemski · Topps · Base / Subset (Turn Back The Clock)
Player
Carl Yastrzemski
Set
1977 Topps Base Set
Year
1977
Card #
#434
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) to PSA 4 (VG-EX). The card shows significant edge wear on the left side, visible corner softening, and slightly off-center left-to-right borders.
Category
Base / Subset (Turn Back The Clock)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate to Low. While Carl Yastrzemski is highly collectible, this is a subset card rather than his primary base card from the set, and it is in circulated condition.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $10-15, PSA 5: $20-25, PSA 6: $35-45. Note: Grading costs likely exceed the market value for this specific card in this condition.
Comparable Sales
Raw copies in similar condition consistently sell for $1.00 to $2.50 on eBay. PSA 8 (NM-MT) copies generally sell for $50-70, but this card is not a candidate for a high grade.
Description
A 1977 Topps card featuring Boston Red Sox legend Carl Yastrzemski in the 'Turn Back The Clock' subset. The card commemorates his 1967 American League Triple Crown victory. The design features a light blue header, a green banner stating '10 YRS. AGO-1967', and a black-and-white historical photo of 'Yaz' in his batting stance.
Key Features
Features Hall of Famer Carl Yastrzemski; part of the popular 'Turn Back The Clock' subset; highlights one of the greatest individual seasons in MLB history (1967 Triple Crown).
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence genuine. The card displays the correct cardboard stock porosity for 1977 Topps and age-appropriate toning on the white borders. This specific card is rarely counterfeited as it is a common card from the era.
Flaws to Note
Significant 'fuzzy' edge wear on the left border; rounded corners; minor surface dirt/staining typical of mid-70s card stock; off-center centering (heavy to the left).
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for eBay (as a 'Buy It Now' with 'Best Offer' enabled), COMC, or as part of a Hall of Fame lot in a local marketplace or Facebook group.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading will be much higher than the final sale price. List it as '1977 Topps Carl Yastrzemski #434 Red Sox HOF'. Use a penny sleeve and top loader for shipping. It is best sold as part of a larger vintage Red Sox lot to save on shipping costs.