1958 Topps Ray Semproch #149
Ray Semproch · Topps · Base Card
Player
Ray Semproch
Set
1958 Topps Baseball Base Set
Year
1958
Card #
#149
Condition Grade
PSA 1 (PR) to PSA 1.5 (FR). The card features a visible heavy horizontal crease/crack through the center-left edge, significant corner rounding, and surface staining on the upper white border. Centering is shifted roughly 65/35 toward the left.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche. Demand is primarily from 1958 Topps set builders looking for budget 'filler' cards or Philadelphia Phillies team collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 1: $10-15; PSA 2: $18-25; PSA 3: $30-40. (Note: Grading costs would exceed the value of the card).
Comparable Sales
Recent sales for Ray Semproch raw in low-mid grade (VG) range from $2 to $5. In P/FR condition (like this example), sales often occur as part of bulk lots or for approximately $1 plus shipping.
Description
A 1958 Topps Ray Semproch card (#149) featuring the classic blue background design. The player is shown in his Philadelphia Phillies pinstripe uniform in a circular portrait, with a facsimile autograph across his midsection. The bottom left features the yellow diamond Phillies logo of the era. The card shows heavy wear consistent with age and poor storage, including a prominent crease on the left side.
Key Features
Early Topps vintage design from 1958; iconic light blue color scheme; features the vintage 'diagonal diamond' Phillies logo; include facsimile of player's signature.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence in authenticity. The card stock shows the correct thickness and brown/gray pulp common in 1958 Topps issues. The ink saturation and half-tone dot pattern in the circular image are consistent with period lithography. Not a commonly counterfeited card due to low player value.
Flaws to Note
A severe horizontal crease/tear is visible on the left edge extending into the blue field. The corners are heavily rounded (soft). There is significant surface soiling/stains on the top white border. Off-center printing (biased to the left).
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now for a low price or part of a vintage lot) or COMC. Local card shop bulk bins.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fee is significantly higher than the card's worth. List it as '1958 Topps Ray Semproch #149 FILLER' to attract collectors who need a cheap copy to complete their set. Shipping should be done via eBay Standard Envelope ($0.60 - $1.10) to keep costs lower than the card value.