1973 Topps Gary Matthews / Tom Paciorek / Jorge Roque #604
Gary Matthews, Tom Paciorek, Jorge Roque · Topps · High Number Rookie Card
Player
Gary Matthews, Tom Paciorek, Jorge Roque
Set
1973 Topps Base Set
Year
1973
Card #
#604
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Centering is slightly left, visible corner rounding on all four corners, and a small stain/mark at bottom center edge.
Category
High Number Rookie Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - Primarily sought by 1973 Topps set builders and Gary Matthews collectors. 1973 is a popular vintage year due to its clean design.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $8-10, PSA 3: $15-20, PSA 4: $25-35
Comparable Sales
Raw copies in similar VG-EX condition typically sell for $5 to $10 plus shipping. PSA 7 copies (much higher grade) sell for approximately $60-80.
Description
This 1973 Topps #604 features '1973 Rookie Outfielders' including 1973 NL Rookie of the Year Gary 'Sarge' Matthews. The card features three portrait photos in rounded rectangles. Matthews is seen in his San Francisco Giants cap, Paciorek in a Dodgers cap, and Roque in an Expos cap. The design is a classic horizontal layout from the high-number series of the 1973 set.
Key Features
Includes the Rookie Card of Gary Matthews (1973 NL Rookie of the Year). This card is part of the 'High Number' series (#529-660), which were printed in lower quantities than the lower numbers, making them more difficult to find in high grade.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence in authenticity. The card stock shows the correct aging for 1970s recycled gray/brown stock. The 'dot matrix' print pattern in the skin tones is consistent with Topps production from this era. This specific card is not commonly counterfeited.
Flaws to Note
Significant softening and rounding on all four corners. Centering is shifted toward the left border (approx 65/35). Small brown stain/imperfection on the bottom center border below Paciorek's name. Minor surface wear and edge whitening.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card. Due to the condition, it is best sold as a 'Buy It Now' item for set builders or as part of a 1973 Topps lot.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fees will exceed the market value of the card at a PSA 3/4 level. Sell it raw. Use clear photos of both the front and back against a dark background to highlight the edge condition. Mention 'High Number' and 'Gary Matthews RC' in the title.