1969 Topps Dave Baldwin #73
Dave Baldwin · Topps · Base
Player
Dave Baldwin
Set
1969 Topps Base Set
Year
1969
Card #
73
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) to PSA 4 (VG-EX)
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low to Moderate. Primarily sought after by team collectors, set builders completing the 1969 Topps run, or fans of the 'transitional' Senators era.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $8-12, PSA 4: $15-20, PSA 5: $25-30
Comparable Sales
Raw copies in similar condition typically sell for $1-$2 on eBay. PSA 4 examples have historically sold in the $15 range, but the cost of grading currently exceeds the market value of the slab for this specific card.
Description
A vintage 1969 Topps Dave Baldwin baseball card featuring Baldwin in his Washington Senators uniform. The card depicts Baldwin in a mid-delivery pose with his arms overhead. The design features the classic 1969 circular nameplate in green with yellow text and the 'SENATORS' team name in bold yellow block letters at the bottom. The background shows a stadium atmosphere under a blue sky.
Key Features
Vintage 1969 design, Washington Senators franchise history, part of the popular 'circle name' set.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic cardboard stock of the era; correct 1969 Topps color palette and halftone printing dots. Low likelihood of counterfeiting for this specific player. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant surface wear with numerous white age spots/scuff marks. The top-left corner is rounded and shows fraying. Top edge has minor chipping. Centering is shifted towards the top and left margins. Some yellowing/toning on the white borders due to age.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now), COMC for long-term inventory, or local card show dollar bins.
Selling Tips
Due to the low value relative to grading costs, this card is best sold 'raw'. Include it in a 'set filler' listing or a lot of Washington Senators vintage cards to maximize shipping efficiency and appeal.