1965 Topps Steve Hamilton #45
Steve Hamilton · Topps · Base
Player
Steve Hamilton
Set
1965 Topps Base Set
Year
1965
Card #
45
Condition Grade
PSA 1 (Poor) - PR-FR due to prominent crease and heavy edge wear
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche - Mostly sought by 1965 set builders or Yankees team collectors in low-grade condition.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 1: $10-15; PSA 2: $18-25; N/A: Grading cost exceeds current value
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw, low-grade 1965 Topps commons typically range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. Mid-grade (PSA 5) examples of this specific card sell for approximately $12-18.
Description
A 1965 Topps Steve Hamilton baseball card featuring the iconic 'Pennant' design. The cards shows Hamilton in his New York Yankees pinstripes with a bright pink lower banner. The photography shows an in-game or practice action shot with a stadium background.
Key Features
Classic 1965 Topps design with the team pennant logo; Notable New York Yankees pitcher known for the 'Folly Floater' pitch.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic vintage cardboard stock with age-appropriate toning; correct dot-matrix print pattern in the pink banner and skin tones; proper 1965 Topps typeface. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
A heavy diagonal crease runs through the upper left corner and the player's hat. Significant corner rounding and edge fraying are visible. There is visible surface wear/scuffing and the centering is shifted toward the bottom left.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (low starting bid), COMC, or a bulk 'Commons' bin at a local card shop.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the cost of grading significantly exceeds the potential market value. List as a 'Filler' card for set builders or combine with other 1960s Yankees in a small lot to save on shipping and increase appeal.