1983 Topps Frank Viola Rookie #319
Frank Viola · Topps · Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Frank Viola
Set
1983 Topps Base
Year
1983
Card #
#319
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering is significantly off-right 30/70; bottom-right corner shows visible rounding; right edge has minor chipping.
Category
Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - Constant demand for 80s pitching stars and rookie collectors, but supply is very high due to 'junk wax' era overproduction.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $8-12, PSA 6: $15-20, PSA 7: $25-30. Note: Grading costs exceed the value of this specific card.
Comparable Sales
Raw copies generally sell for $1-$3 plus shipping. PSA 9 examples recently sold for $50-$65, but this specific card's centering issues preclude it from achieving that tier.
Description
A classic 1983 Topps rookie card of Minnesota Twins ace Frank Viola. The card features a vibrant red border with a split-banner design at the bottom displaying the team name and player name. Viola is pictured in the Twins home pinstripe jersey in a mid-delivery pitching pose.
Key Features
True rookie card of the 1987 World Series MVP and 1988 AL Cy Young Winner. Notable for being part of a strong 1983 Topps rookie class.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct card stock for early 80s Topps (chipboard-style); accurate '© MLB' logo placement; natural dot-matrix print pattern visible in the red borders. This card is rarely counterfeited due to high print volume.
Flaws to Note
Heavy centering shift toward the right border. Visible softening and wear on the bottom-right corner. Minor surface ink speck on the right white border. Slight edge roughness.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot), COMC, or local card shop bulk bins. Selling as a 'lot' with other 80s rookies is recommended to offset shipping costs.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fee will be significantly higher than the final sale price. List with 'Frank Viola RC' and 'Minnesota Twins' as keywords. Use a penny sleeve and top-loader even for low-value cards to maintain current condition.