1978 Topps John D'Acquisto #474
John D'Acquisto · Topps · Base
Player
John D'Acquisto
Set
1978 Topps Base Set
Year
1978
Card #
#474
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Significant top-left corner damage/creasing and heavy top edge wear
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low / Bulk - This is considered a 'common' card mostly sought by set builders or team collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 3: $3-5, PSA 4: $6-8, PSA 2: $1-2 (Note: Grading cost exceeds card value)
Comparable Sales
Individual raw copies in better condition frequently sell for under $1.00 on eBay. PSA 9 examples of this specific card typically sell for $15-25, but this copy is not a candidate for high-grade status.
Description
1978 Topps baseball card featuring pitcher John D'Acquisto in his St. Louis Cardinals uniform. The card shows a follow-through pitching motion with a facsimile signature at the bottom. The top features green block 'CARDINALS' text and the player name in orange/red.
Key Features
Classic 1978 Topps design; featuring a veteran pitcher who was the 1974 NL Rookie Pitcher of the Year.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic period-correct card stock and printing; low-value cards from this era are rarely counterfeited. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Obvious corner ding and creasing on the top left; visible edge wear across the top; card is part of an unsleeved stack which often results in surface scratches and further corner degradation.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay as part of a team lot or set filler; COMC for slow-burn individual sales; local card shop '5-cent bins'.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the fees will be much higher than the market value. Best sold as part of a 1978 Topps complete set or a St. Louis Cardinals team lot to maximize interest.