1973 Topps #612 Rookie Pitchers Jimmy Freeman / Charlie Hough / Hank Webb
Jimmy Freeman, Charlie Hough, Hank Webb · Topps · Rookie Card
Player
Jimmy Freeman, Charlie Hough, Hank Webb
Set
1973 Topps Base
Year
1973
Card #
#612
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Centering is significantly off-top to bottom (approx 90/10) and left to right. Corners show visible softening and rounding, particularly at the top left. Surface shows light staining/toning.
Category
Rookie Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Charlie Hough has a dedicated following among Dodgers, Rangers, and 'knuckleball' collectors, but this specific copy's condition limits its appeal to 'set fillers' rather than high-end investors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$3.00 - $8.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $10-15, PSA 3: $18-25, PSA 4: $30-40
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies in similar mid-low grade range from $4.00 to $10.00. PSA 7 copies (much higher grade) sell for roughly $75-90. PSA 3-4 copies generally settle around the $20 mark including shipping.
Description
A classic 1973 Topps 'Rookie Pitchers' multi-player card featuring the rookie debut of knuckleballer Charlie Hough. The card features three portrait windows with Freeman (Braves), Hough (Dodgers), and Webb (Mets). The 1973 design is known for its minimalist top header and small action silhouette at the bottom corner (on single player cards), though this rookie multi-panel follows the standard sub-set layout for the era.
Key Features
Features the Rookie Card of Charlie Hough, who went on to a 25-year MLB career with 216 wins. He is an iconic figure in Dodgers and Rangers history. High number series (#529-660) in the 1973 set are generally scarcer than low numbers.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Card shows correct 'halftone' dot pattern in the printing process, appropriate 1970s gray card stock, and natural aging/toning. Not a commonly faked card due to mid-range value.
Flaws to Note
Severe centering issues are the primary detractor (miscut appearance at the top). Visible wear on all four corners. Slight discoloration/aging on the white card stock. Possible light surface impressions or 'wax' marks on reverse (not visible in photo but common for this set).
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card. It is a 'low-value' item that sells best via 'Buy It Now' with a 'Best Offer' option to capture casual team collectors or set builders.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card. The cost of professional grading ($19+) would exceed the market value of the card in a PSA 3 or 4 slab. Sell it raw in a penny sleeve and top loader. Use High-Resolution scans to show the centering clearly to avoid returns.