1978 Topps Garry Templeton Cardinals #125
Garry Templeton · Topps · Base Card / Topps All-Star Rookie
Player
Garry Templeton
Set
1978 Topps Base Set
Year
1978
Card #
#125
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) to PSA 6 (EX-MT). The centering is shifted significantly to the left (approx 70/30). Top corners show visible soft softening/rounding. Surface appears clean through the top-loader, but edges show typical 1970s stock whitening.
Category
Base Card / Topps All-Star Rookie
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate-Low. Primarily sought by St. Louis Cardinals team collectors, Topps All-Star Rookie Cup set builders, and fans of 1970s-80s baseball.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $12-18, PSA 7: $25-35, PSA 8: $75-90. (Note: Grading cost exceeds the value for this specific specimen).
Comparable Sales
Raw copies in similar condition consistently sell for $1-$2 plus shipping. PSA 8 copies have recently sold in the $80 range, but this specific card would not achieve that grade due to centering and corner wear.
Description
A classic 1978 Topps Garry Templeton card featuring the iconic 'Topps All-Star Rookie' gold cup logo in the bottom left corner. Templeton is pictured in his St. Louis Cardinals road powder blue uniform, mid-swing with a printed facsimile signature across the bottom. The card features the vintage 1978 design with the team name and player name in block text and a 'Shortstop' orange banner.
Key Features
Includes the highly collectible 'Topps All-Star Rookie' Gold Cup logo. Garry Templeton was a 3rd overall pick and an All-Star shortstop known for being the first player to have 100 hits from each side of the plate in a single season.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The cardboard stock, ink bleed patterns on the green 'Cardinals' text, and the specific gloss level match 1978 Topps production. Not a high-target card for counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
Obvious left-to-right centering issues which is common for 1978 Topps. Lower left and upper right corners show touch wear. The card stock shows age-appropriate darkening on the reverse (though not visible in photo, typical for this year).
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now), COMC, or as part of a lot of 1970s star cards. Best sold in a 'PWE' (Plain White Envelope) listing to keep shipping costs lower than the card value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fee ($19+) is significantly higher than the market value of a mid-grade 1978 Templeton. List it with the keyword 'Gold Cup' to attract set builders. Use a high-resolution scan to show the corners clearly.