1974 Topps '73 World Series Game #7 Oakland 5 New York 2 #207
Bert Campaneris · Topps · Base / Subset (Postseason Highlights)
Player
Bert Campaneris
Set
1974 Topps Base Set - World Series Subset
Year
1974
Card #
#207
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) to PSA 4 (VG-EX). The centering is heavily shifted toward the top and right. Corners show visible softening and rounding, particularly on the bottom left. The edges have minor chipping, and there appears to be some surface wear/staining near the top border.
Category
Base / Subset (Postseason Highlights)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low to Moderate. There is a consistent market for 1974 Topps set builders and Oakland A's/New York Mets team collectors, but individual World Series subset cards carry lower premium than star base cards.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $8-12, PSA 5: $15-20, PSA 6: $25-30. Grading costs would likely exceed the value of the card at this condition level.
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies of #207 in similar mid-grade condition range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. PSA 7 copies typically sell for $35-45, but this card would not reach that grade due to centering and corner wear.
Description
This 1974 Topps #207 features Game 7 of the 1973 World Series where the Oakland Athletics defeated the New York Mets. The card depicts A's legend Bert Campaneris swinging at the plate with the Mets catcher behind him. The design features the classic 1974 horizontal layout for the World Series subset with a patriotic red, white, and blue banner reading ''73 World Series' and the score 'Oakland 5 • New York 2' across the bottom.
Key Features
Features Hall of Fame era Athletics players; iconic 1974 Topps design; captures the O.A. Athletics dynasty era winning their second of three consecutive titles.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic vintage card stock; correct matte finish; typical 1974 Topps print dot pattern. Low counterfeit risk as this is a common subset card. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant off-center printing (heavy toward the top-right corner); rounded corners; slight silvering/edge wear; minor surface debris or age spotting on borders; visible nick on the right edge.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold on eBay as a low-cost 'Buy It Now' item or as part of a 1974 Topps lot. Could also be sold at local card shows in a value bin ($1-2).
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card. The cost of authentication and grading is significantly higher than the market value of a mid-to-low grade specimen. List it with the player name 'Bert Campaneris' and 'Mets vs A's' in the title to attract team collectors. Use a penny sleeve and top loader for protection.