1974 Topps Hank Aaron Turn Back The Clock #1
Hank Aaron · Topps · Base / Insert Subset
Player
Hank Aaron
Set
1974 Topps Baseball
Year
1974
Card #
#1
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) to PSA 6 (EX-MT)
Category
Base / Insert Subset
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Strong
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$15 - $35
Graded Value
PSA 5: $30-50, PSA 6: $50-80, PSA 7: $100-150
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this card in similar mid-grade condition typically range between $20 and $40 on eBay, while graded PSA 6 copies generally fetch around $60 depending on eye appeal.
Description
This is a 1974 Topps baseball card featuring the legendary Hank Aaron as part of the Turn Back The Clock subset, card number 1. The card has a distinctive blue border surrounding a tilted vintage-style mini-card graphic celebrating Aaron breaking the all-time home run record. It features a portrait photo of Aaron smiling in his Atlanta Braves uniform and cap.
Key Features
Hank Aaron is featured on Card #1 of the 1974 Topps set, commemorating his monumental achievement of becoming the New All-Time Home Run King. Highly collectible vintage Hall of Famer card from a classic 1970s Topps design.
Authenticity Indicators
Standard vintage 1974 Topps card stock, correct font types, and proper coloration. No immediate signs of modern counterfeit printing dot patterns. High confidence in authenticity.
Flaws to Note
Visible corner softening, slight edge wear along the blue borders, and potential centering variance typical of 1970s Topps production quality. Surface gloss appears well-preserved, but minor scratches may be present upon closer inspection.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay, COMC, or vintage Facebook collecting groups.
Selling Tips
Carefully remove from the current holder to photograph out of the top loader on a dark background if scanning or inspecting corners, then place in a fresh penny sleeve and top loader. Mention Hall of Fame status and the historic milestone in the listing title.