1976 Topps Rico Petrocelli #283
Rico Petrocelli · Topps · Base
Player
Rico Petrocelli
Set
1976 Topps Base Set
Year
1976
Card #
#283
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) to PSA 4 (VG-EX) - Centering is significantly shifted to the right (approx 75/25), corners show visible rounding/softening, and there is noticeable edge wear and white chipping.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Moderate - Primarily sought after by Red Sox team set builders or 1976 Topps set completionists.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $8-12; PSA 4: $12-18; PSA 5: $22-30 (Note: Grading costs exceed card value)
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for common 1976 Topps in similar condition range from $0.99 to $1.50 plus shipping. Mid-grade PSA 7 copies sell for roughly $25-30, but this specific card would not reach that level due to centering.
Description
This 1976 Topps Rico Petrocelli card features the Boston Red Sox 3rd baseman in a classic batting cage pose. The 1976 design is iconic for its dual-colored bars at the top and bottom corners of the photo frame. The front shows Rico in his road white jersey with the Fenway batting practice backdrop, including the team name and position clearly displayed in the colored blocks.
Key Features
Features a Red Sox legend and 2x All-Star; classic 1976 Topps 'starburst' style design; late career card of a fan favorite.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Card stock shows correct age-appropriate oxidation (browning on edges); printing displays the standard 'stipple' pattern of 70s Topps offset lithography; no signs of a modern reprint or trimming.
Flaws to Note
O/C (Off-Center) from left to right; softening and rounding on all four corners; print snow/spots in the background; noticeable edge chipping on the top and bottom borders.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a 'buy it now' or PWE listing), COMC, or in a 'dollar bin' at a local card show.
Selling Tips
Due to the low value and high centering issues, this card is not a candidate for professional grading. List as '1976 Topps Rico Petrocelli #283 Red Sox' and use 'PWE' (Plain White Envelope) shipping to keep costs low for the buyer. It is best sold in a 'filler' lot or as part of a Red Sox team bundle.