1975 Topps Tim McCarver #494
Tim McCarver · Topps · Base
Player
Tim McCarver
Set
1975 Topps Baseball
Year
1975
Card #
#494
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Centering is fairly good for the era, approximately 60/40. The top right corner shows visible softening and a slight touch of wear. Surface appears clean, but edges show typical 1975 rough-cut characteristics.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - Tim McCarver has a steady base of collectors due to his broadcasting legacy and his role on World Series championship teams, but as a high-number common, it is not a 'hot' investment piece.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $5-8, PSA 5: $10-15, PSA 6: $20-25
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. PSA 6 copies often sell for around $20.
Description
A classic 1975 Topps Tim McCarver card featuring the iconic two-tone border design in orange and yellow. McCarver is shown in his Boston Red Sox cap with a facsimile signature across the lower portion of his jersey. The card includes the 'Catcher' position designation inside a small baseball graphic at the bottom right.
Key Features
Features a multi-generational baseball icon known for both his long playing career and his legendary broadcasting career. Part of the visually distinct and highly collectible 1975 Topps set.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence is High. The card displays the characteristic matte cardstock and dot-pattern printing of mid-70s Topps. This is not a heavily counterfeited card as it is a common player card.
Flaws to Note
Softening on the top right corner is the most notable flaw. Minor white chipping visible along the bottom edge. Centering is shifted slightly toward the top and right side.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold on eBay in a 'Buy It Now' format or as part of a 1975 Topps team set/starter lot. Also suitable for COMC due to the low individual value.
Selling Tips
Due to the low value, it is not recommended to grade this card as grading fees will exceed the market value. Use high-resolution scans to show the corner condition. List with keywords like 'Red Sox,' 'Broadcaster,' and 'Vintage'.