1974 Topps Dave Winfield Rookie Card #456
Dave Winfield · Topps · Rookie Card (RC), Hall of Famer (HOF)
Player
Dave Winfield
Set
1974 Topps Base Set
Year
1974
Card #
456
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (Very Good) - PSA 4 (Very Good-Excellent)
Category
Rookie Card (RC), Hall of Famer (HOF)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Strong. Dave Winfield is a 3,000-hit club member and Hall of Famer. His rookie card remains a 'must-have' for vintage collectors and San Diego Padres fans.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$40.00 - $70.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $50-65, PSA 4: $85-110, PSA 5: $140-175
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw Winfield rookies in similar 'VG' condition range from $45 to $65. PSA 4 examples have recently settled around $100, while PSA 1 copies sell for $25-30.
Description
A classic 1974 Topps rookie card of San Diego Padres legend and Hall of Famer Dave Winfield. The card features the vintage 'banner' design with Winfield in his iconic Padres yellow and brown uniform. The photo shows a young Winfield in a portrait-style headshot with Jack Murphy Stadium in the background.
Key Features
This is the only recognized mainstream rookie card of Hall of Famer Dave Winfield. It is a cornerstone of any 1970s baseball collection or Hall of Fame rookie registry. The 1974 set is known for its light-stock durability and color, making high-grade examples rare.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence is High. The card stock shows the correct grey-toned cardboard characteristic of 1974 Topps. The 'loop' print patterns on the skin tones and the specific typography of the 'Padres' text match known authentic examples. Not a commonly forged card like a '52 Mantle, though 'reprint' versions exist and are usually glossy (this is matte).
Flaws to Note
The card exhibits significant rounding on all four corners, particularly the top right. There is noticeable edge chipping along the right border. The centering is shifted towards the right (approx 70/30). A faint vertical crease or surface wrinkle appears to be visible running through the player's jersey area.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for a card in this mid-grade raw condition. For higher-end graded versions beyond PSA 8, specialized auction houses like Heritage or PWCC would be preferred.
Selling Tips
Due to the visible corner wear and centering issues, grading is likely not cost-effective unless you simply want it protected for a personal collection. List as 'Authentic Raw' with clear photos of the back and all four corners. Use keywords like 'Vintage,' 'HOF RC,' and 'Hall of Fame' in the title.