1973 Topps Bill Lee #367
Bill Lee · Topps · Base
Player
Bill Lee
Set
1973 Topps Base Set
Year
1973
Card #
#367
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Estimated. Centering is significantly shifted to the right (approx 80/20). Corners show visible rounding and softening. Edges have moderate wear and minor chipping. Surface shows small print specks and potential staining.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - Constant demand from Boston Red Sox team set collectors and fans of 1970s vintage baseball. Bill Lee has a niche but dedicated following.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $4.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $5-8, PSA 3: $10-15, PSA 4: $18-25 (Note: Grading costs exceed the card's market value at this grade level).
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies in similar 'VG' condition range from $0.99 to $3.50 plus shipping. PSA 7 copies generally sell for $35-45, but this card would not reach that tier due to centering and corner wear.
Description
Vintage 1973 Topps Bill Lee (Spaceman) card featuring a classic portrait of the colorful pitcher in his Boston Red Sox home jersey. The card features the iconic 1973 design with the player silhouette in a circle at the bottom right. While the card shows its age with softened corners and off-center printing, it remains a charming piece for Red Sox team collectors or fans of one of baseball's most eccentric personalities.
Key Features
Features 'Spaceman' Bill Lee, a cult favorite Boston Red Sox legend and All-Star pitcher. Part of the visually distinct 1973 Topps vertical border design.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Card stock shows appropriate aging and fiber texture for 1973 Topps. The half-tone printing pattern is consistent with original press runs. No signs of modern laser printing or trimming.
Flaws to Note
Significant right-side centering issues. Noticeable corner rounding on all four corners. Minor edge chipping. Small black print marks (fish-eyes) in the sky area of the photo.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now or small auction), COMC for effortless consignment, or to a local card shop as part of a larger vintage lot.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the fee would be much higher than the card's value. List it as '1973 Topps Bill Lee #367 Red Sox Vintage' and use a clear, high-resolution scan of the back to verify condition. Best sold as part of a 1973 Topps team set or starter lot.