1979 Topps Ken Forsch #373
Ken Forsch · Topps · Base
Player
Ken Forsch
Set
1979 Topps Baseball
Year
1979
Card #
#373
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Poor centering (heavily weighted to the right), soft/rounded corners, visible edge wear, and surface staining/discoloration in the upper right border area.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche - Most collectors will only seek this to complete a full 1979 set or as an Astros team collector hobbyist.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $2-5, PSA 3: $5-8, PSA 4: $10-12 (Costs of grading far exceed the market value of this card).
Comparable Sales
Raw copies in similar condition consistently sell for under $1 on eBay. Higher grade PSA 9 copies have sold for $20-30, but this specific card's condition prevents it from reaching those levels.
Description
A vintage 1979 Topps Ken Forsch card featuring the pitcher in his Houston Astros uniform. The design includes a classic green inner border, a pink script 'Astros' team logo, and the iconic baseball-shaped position indicator (P) in the upper right. The card stock shows the characteristic off-white vintage hue of late 70s Topps issues.
Key Features
Ken Forsch is a notable player for throwing a no-hitter in 1979, but this is a standard base veteran card rather than a high-value rookie or Hall of Fame card. It's a nostalgic piece for Astros team collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
Genuine card stock with appropriate fiber density and 1979 Topps vintage ink absorption. Authenticity confidence: High. This card is not targeted for counterfeiting due to its low market value.
Flaws to Note
Significant right-side centering issues (OC), visible rounding on all four corners especially the bottom right, chipping along the right edge, and yellowish staining/soiling in the white border near the position icon.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay as part of a lot, Sportlots, or local card shop bulk bins. It is not suitable for individual auction at a major auction house.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as grading fees will be 20x the card's value. List it as part of a 1979 Topps team set or a 'Star/Common' lot to save on shipping. Best shipped via eBay Standard Envelope for under $1.