1980 TCMA 1959 Los Angeles Dodgers Chuck Churn #37
Chuck Churn · TCMA · Retro Series / Team Issue
Player
Chuck Churn
Set
1980 TCMA 1959 Los Angeles Dodgers World Champions
Year
1980
Card #
#37
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering looks good, corners appear sharp from the back view, though slight edge roughness is common with this card stock.
Category
Retro Series / Team Issue
Manufacturer
TCMA
Demand Level
Niche/Low - Primarily sought after by Los Angeles Dodgers team set collectors and 1950s era enthusiasts.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$2.00 - $5.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15.00-$22.00, PSA 9: $30.00-$45.00, PSA 10: $75.00+
Comparable Sales
Recent sales for individual TCMA commons from this set range from $1 to $4 raw. Complete sets (29-40 cards) usually sell for $20-$40 depending on condition.
Description
This is a 1980 TCMA retrospective card featuring pitcher Chuck Churn from the 1959 World Champion Los Angeles Dodgers team and set. The card back features player bio details and 1959 season statistics alongside career totals. Produced with a classic cream-colored card stock typical of TCMA issues from the early 1980s.
Key Features
Features a member of the iconic 1959 World Series Champion Dodgers; High nostalgia value for Dodgers team collectors; Lower production volume compared to standard Topps cards of the same era.
Authenticity Indicators
Confidence: High. The 1980 TCMA copyright date and set-specific font matches known examples of this issue. These are not commonly counterfeited due to low individual market value.
Flaws to Note
Slight corner softening visible on bottom left from the reverse; potential for minor surface toning due to age of the cream card stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a 'Buy It Now' with 'Or Best Offer') or COMC (specializing in low-mid value vintage and team set singles).
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless it is a certain PSA 10, as grading fees will exceed the market value. Market it specifically to Dodgers team set collectors. Use high-resolution scans of both the front and back to show sharp corners.