1971 Topps Oscar Gamble Rookie Card #114
Oscar Gamble · Topps · Rookie Card (RC), Base
Player
Oscar Gamble
Set
1971 Topps
Year
1971
Card #
#114
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Centering is decent (~60/40), but the corners show significant rounding and the black borders have heavy chipping and white showing on all four edges/surface.
Category
Rookie Card (RC), Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Gamble is a beloved figure in the hobby, and 1971 Topps set collectors are always looking for affordable copies of key rookies.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $15-20, PSA 3: $25-35, PSA 4: $40-55
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for similar VG condition copies have ranged between $8 and $15. PSA 3 copies generally sell for $30, while PSA 6 examples jump to $125+ due to border sensitivity.
Description
This 1971 Topps Oscar Gamble Rookie Card (#114) features the legendary slugger in his first appearance. The card is known for its iconic black borders, which are notorious for showing wear. It features a subset style action shot of Gamble in his Phillies uniform with a facsimile signature across the bottom. The green 'PHILLIES' text and 'oscar gamble - outfield' sub-header remain vibrant.
Key Features
Rookie Card of a cult icon and fan-favorite player; part of the highly sensitive 1971 Topps black border set which is extremely difficult to find in high grade.
Authenticity Indicators
Confidence: High. Card stock shows appropriate age-related toning; the green/yellow lettering uses the correct halftone pattern identifiable under magnification; no signs of a reproduction or trimming.
Flaws to Note
Significant chipping along the top and bottom black edges; rounded corners; white fraying at the bottom-right corner; minor surface wear and silvering common to this set.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now with 'Best Offer'), COMC, or vintage-specific Facebook groups like 'Vintage Baseball Cards'.
Selling Tips
Due to the damage on the borders, grading is likely not cost-effective unless you believe it can hit a PSA 4 or higher. Sell raw to a set builder. Use high-resolution photos against a white background to clearly show the contrast of the black borders.