1977 Topps Rick Wise #315
Rick Wise · Topps · Base
Player
Rick Wise
Set
1977 Topps Base Set
Year
1977
Card #
#315
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (Excellent) - Centering is significantly shifted to the right (estimate 75/25), with evidence of corner wear and possible edge chipping.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - Niche. While Wise was a solid player, he is not a Hall of Famer, and this is a high-print-run base card with poor centering.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $4-8, PSA 5: $10-15, PSA 6: $20-25
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for common 1977 Topps players in mid-grade condition typically range from $0.25 to $1.50. High-grade PSA 9 examples of this specific card sell for roughly $40-60, but this specimen does not meet that grade criteria.
Description
A vintage 1977 Topps Rick Wise card featuring the Red Sox pitcher in his iconic Boston uniform. The design includes the classic 1977 'team name' in block letters at the top, a 'pitcher' ribbon banner, and a facsimile autograph at the bottom. This card captures Wise during his tenure with the Red Sox, shortly after his notable 1975 World Series win with the team.
Key Features
Classic 1977 Topps design; features Rick Wise, a 2-time All-Star and only player to hit two home runs while throwing a no-hitter in the same game; desirable Red Sox team card.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic vintage card stock; correctly shows signs of oxidation/aging; characteristic 1977 Topps color palette and print dot pattern. High confidence.
Flaws to Note
Significant right-side centering issues; soft upper left corner; visible edge wear along the right border; likely contains common 1977 print spots/fish-eyes upon close inspection.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a team set or bulk lot), COMC, or local card show dollar boxes.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fee will far exceed the card's value. List as part of a 1977 Red Sox team set to maximize interest. Use 'Vintage Boston Red Sox' in the listing title.