1965 Topps Bobby Wine #242
Bobby Wine · Topps · Base
Player
Bobby Wine
Set
1965 Topps
Year
1965
Card #
#242
Condition Grade
PSA 1 (PR) to PSA 1.5 (FR). The card exhibits severe rounding of all four corners, significant edge wear with paper loss, and multiple surface creases/abrasions visible across the player's face and jersey.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche. Demand is primarily limited to 1965 Topps set builders or Philadelphia Phillies team enthusiasts looking for a budget filler copy.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 1: $10-15; PSA 2: $15-25; PSA 3: $30-40 (Note: Grading cost exceeds card value).
Comparable Sales
Recent sales for 'Low Grade' 1965 Bobby Wine cards range from $0.99 to $2.50. Mid-grade (PSA 5/6) copies typically sell for $15-$25.
Description
This 1965 Topps Bobby Wine #242 features the Phillies shortstop in his classic throwing pose. The card design is iconic for the 'flag' or 'pennant' logo in the bottom left corner indicating the team name. This specific example shows significant 'well-loved' character typical of vintage cards handled by young fans in the 60s.
Key Features
Classic 1965 Topps pennant design; notable Gold Glove winning shortstop; high nostalgia value for Phillies team collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence is High. The card stock shows the correct grey-toned fiber common to mid-60s Topps issues, and the print pattern (ben-day dots) in the sky area is consistent with 1965 production. Not a high-value target for counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
Extremely soft and rounded corners; heavy edge chipping and surface peeling on the right side; vertical and horizontal surface creasing breaking the paper; significant surface scuffing and overall loss of gloss.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a vintage 'lot' on eBay or in a 'dollar bin' at a local card show. Shipping as an individual card via eBay Standard Envelope is the most cost-effective method.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fees will far outweigh the market value. List it with clear photos of the back to show the statistics. Use keywords like 'Vintage Phillies', '1965 Topps Set Filler', and 'Hometown Hero'.