1974 Topps #203 '73 World Series Game 3 Oakland A's vs NY Mets
Campy Campaneris, Wayne Garrett · Topps · Base / World Series Highlight
Player
Campy Campaneris, Wayne Garrett
Set
1974 Topps Base Set
Year
1974
Card #
#203
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) to PSA 4 (VG-EX). The card exhibits significant top-to-bottom centering issues (roughly 90/10), soft corners particularly on the top-right, and potential surface wear/indentations visible in the glare.
Category
Base / World Series Highlight
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. This is a common card from the 1974 set. While it appeals to team collectors of the A's and Mets, it is not a major star card or rookie.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $8-12, PSA 4: $12-18, PSA 5: $20-25 (Note: Grading cost exceeds current market value)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies in similar mid-to-low grade condition range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. High-grade PSA 8 copies can reach $40+, but this specific card does not meet that condition threshold.
Description
A vintage 1974 Topps card #203 commemorating Game 3 of the 1973 World Series. The card features an action photo from the night game where Oakland defeated New York 3-2. The design includes the iconic 1974 Topps arched frame and the red, white, and blue '73 World Series banner.
Key Features
Vintage 1970s Topps design; subset highlighting the 1973 World Series championship run of the 'Mustache Gang' Oakland A's.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct card stock texture for 1974 Topps; vintage ink absorption patterns; no 'reprint' text. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Severe top-to-bottom miscut/off-centering; softening and rounding of all four corners; edge chipping on the white borders; visible surface scuffs and light creasing near the bottom border.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now), COMC (Check Out My Cards), or as part of a bulk vintage lot on Facebook Marketplace.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the fees will far exceed the value. Sell as 'raw' and use clear photos to show the off-centering. List with keywords '1974 Topps', 'World Series', 'Oakland Athletics', and 'New York Mets'.