1982 Topps Bob Forsch / Ken Forsch Big League Brothers #551
Bob Forsch and Ken Forsch · Topps · Base Card / Subset (Multi-Player)
Player
Bob Forsch and Ken Forsch
Set
1982 Topps Base Set
Year
1982
Card #
#551
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) to PSA 4 (VG-EX)
Category
Base Card / Subset (Multi-Player)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low / Niche
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $5-8, PSA 4: $10-15, PSA 9: $35-50
Comparable Sales
Raw copies in similar condition typically sell for under $1.00 or are found in 25-cent bins. Professionally graded PSA 8 copies have recently sold for $15-20, while PSA 9 copies can reach $45. High-grade sales are driven by set registry collectors.
Description
This 1982 Topps card features the dynamic Forsch brothers, Bob and Ken, in a horizontal handshake pose. Bob is shown in his St. Louis Cardinals home jersey while Ken wears the iconic 'tequila sunrise' Houston Astros uniform. The top features a yellow pennant graphic with red text reading 'BIG LEAGUE BROTHERS'.
Key Features
Features two successful major league pitching brothers; highlights iconic 1980s uniform designs; part of a popular multi-player themed subset in the 1982 Topps release.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity Confidence: High. The card stock shows the correct 1980s grey cardboard back; the ink registers correctly with a visible halftone dot pattern; the orange/yellow tones in the Astros uniform are period-accurate. This card is not high-value enough to be a target for common counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
The card exhibits significant corner rounding and fuzzy edges, particularly on the bottom left and top left corners. The surface shows visible 'snowing' or white print spotting. The centering is shifted towards the right border. There appears to be light surface staining/soiling on the white borders.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a team set or bulk lot), Sportlots, or local card shop 'box' filler. High-grade versions (PSA 9/10) would be suited for eBay or COMC.
Selling Tips
Due to the low value and heavy wear of this specific specimen, grading is not recommended as fees will exceed the card's value. List as part of a 1982 Topps or St. Louis Cardinals / Houston Astros team lot to maximize interest. If listing individually, use a plain white envelope (PWE) to keep shipping costs low for the buyer.