1969 Topps Andy Kosco #138
Andy Kosco · Topps · Base Card
Player
Andy Kosco
Set
1969 Topps Base Set
Year
1969
Card #
#138
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) to PSA 4 (VG-EX) - Centering is significantly off-top to bottom; visible rounding on all four corners; surface wear and minor creasing/indentations visible on the upper right.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Niche/Low. Primarily sought by team collectors (Twins), set builders completing the 1969 Topps run, or Andy Kosco enthusiasts.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $8.00 - $12.00, PSA 4: $12.00 - $18.00, PSA 5: $20.00 - $25.00 (Note: Grading costs exceed card value)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies in similar mid-grade condition range from $0.99 to $2.50. PSA 7 copies typically sell for around $30-40, but this card would not reach that tier due to centering and corner wear.
Description
A classic 1969 Topps Andy Kosco #138 featuring the iconic 'circle logo' style or large block lettering. The card shows Kosco in his Minnesota Twins pinstripes with a facsimile signature across the middle. The color remains decent despite visible corner wear and centering issues typical of the late 60s Topps production.
Key Features
Features the 1969 Topps design with large green block lettering for the team name. Represents the player's time with the Minnesota Twins during a competitive era of American League baseball.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence authentic. The card stock shows appropriate age-related browning (toning) on the back. The halftone printing pattern (dots) in the image and the specific green ink used for the 'TWINS' logo are consistent with 1969 Topps factory standards.
Flaws to Note
Significant top-to-bottom centering issues (bottom heavy). All four corners show rounding and white card stock exposure. There are visible surface scratches and 'snowing' (print defects) in the blue sky background. Distressed upper-right corner edge.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold on eBay as a 'Buy It Now' with a low shipping cost like eBay Standard Envelope, or as part of a 1969 Topps lot. Local card shop bulk bins or flea markets are also suitable.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fees will be much higher than the resale value. List with a high-resolution scan. Use keywords like '1969 Topps', 'Minnesota Twins', and 'Set Builder' to attract the right buyers. Ship in a penny sleeve and top loader.