1977 Topps Lee May & Carlos May Big League Brothers #633
Lee May and Carlos May · Topps · Base / Multi-Player Special
Player
Lee May and Carlos May
Set
1977 Topps Base Set
Year
1977
Card #
633
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Centering is significantly shifted to the right (approx 75/25), with visible corner rounding on all four corners, especially the top right. Minor edge wear and surface staining consistent with vintage handling.
Category
Base / Multi-Player Special
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - Niche appeal for team collectors (Orioles/Yankees) or set builders. Vintage 'commons' from this era generally have high supply and low demand unless in Mint condition.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $5-10, PSA 4: $12-18, PSA 2: $2-4. Generally, the cost of grading ($19+) exceeds the market value for this specific card in this condition.
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $1.00 - $3.00 including shipping. PSA 8 examples usually sell for $25-35, while lower grades rarely appear at auction as solo items due to low value.
Description
This 1977 Topps card features the May brothers, Lee (Baltimore Orioles) and Carlos (New York Yankees), in their respective team uniforms. Part of the 'Big League Brothers' subset, the card features the iconic 1977 Topps design with a yellow pennant banner at the top and simple blocked text at the bottom. The reverse likely features biographical information about both siblings.
Key Features
Includes three-time All-Star Lee May; represents one of the few cards featuring the sibling duo together; iconic '77 Topps set design; classic 1970s photography.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct card stock thickness (gray/brown vintage cardboard), period-accurate printing patterns (dot matrix pattern visible in photos), and appropriate aging of colors. Confidence: Very High.
Flaws to Note
Significant right-side centering issues; rounded corners; minor surface dirt/staining near the bottom text; possible light paper loss on the bottom edge.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now with 'Best Offer' or as part of a lot), COMC, or local card shop bulk bins.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fee will result in a loss. Use an envelope with tracked shipping (eBay Standard Envelope) to keep costs low. High-resolution photos showing the corners are essential.