1975 Topps 1974 Most Valuable Players Jeff Burroughs / Steve Garvey #194
Jeff Burroughs and Steve Garvey · Topps · Base / MVP Subset
Player
Jeff Burroughs and Steve Garvey
Set
1975 Topps Base Set
Year
1975
Card #
#194
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - The card shows significant whitening on corners, noticeable edge wear, and visible surface scuffing. Centering is moderately shifted towards the bottom-left.
Category
Base / MVP Subset
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low to Moderate - Mostly sought after by team collectors and set builders completing the 1975 Topps run.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.50 - $4.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $5-8, PSA 4: $10-15, PSA 2: $2-4
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies in similar VG condition range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. PSA 8 copies typically sell for $40-60, but this card would not achieve that grade.
Description
A vintage 1975 Topps baseball card celebrating the 1974 League MVPs. The card features a split design with a yellow border on the left for AL MVP Jeff Burroughs (Texas Rangers) and a pink border on the right for NL MVP Steve Garvey (LA Dodgers). The center features the '25 Years of Topps Baseball Cards' commemorative logo (1951-1975).
Key Features
Features two-time All-Star and 1974 MVP Jeff Burroughs alongside 10-time All-Star and potential future HOFer Steve Garvey. Part of the iconic 2-color border 1975 set design.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence authentic. The card stock shows the appropriate vintage gray thickness, and the 1975 Topps 'blooming' of the ink/color is consistent with age. This specific card is not commonly counterfeited due to its lower market value.
Flaws to Note
Corners are rounded with significant white showing from the paper stock. There is a visible 'fisheye' printing defect (white dot) near the bottom center. Edges show chipping, particularly on the right pink side. Minor surface staining is present.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now or low-start auction) or COMC. It is also an ideal 'filler' card for a local card shop's vintage buck bins.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading ($19+) far exceeds the market value of the card in this condition. Ship in a cardboard-backed 'PWE' (Plain White Envelope) for $1.00 to maximize profit. List as '1975 Topps 194 Garvey Burroughs'.