1965 Topps Don Pavletich #221
Don Pavletich · Topps · Base
Player
Don Pavletich
Set
1965 Topps Base
Year
1965
Card #
#221
Condition Grade
PSA 2 (Good). Centering is heavily shifted to the top-right. Corners are significantly rounded with visible delamination. Edges show heavy wear and some chipping. Surface appears to have light staining and visible surface wear.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. Pavletich is not a Hall of Famer, and the condition is poor. Demand is limited to set builders looking for budget-friendly fillers or Reds team collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $10-15; PSA 3: $18-25; PSA 1: $5-8. Note: Grading costs would exceed the market value of this specific card.
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw, low-grade 1965 Topps commons range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. Mid-grade (PSA 6) versions of this specific card sell for approximately $20-30.
Description
This 1965 Topps #221 features Cincinnati Reds player Don Pavletich in a classic batting stance. The iconic 1965 design includes the team name 'REDS' inside a bright yellow pennant with the Mr. Red mascot logo. The card features a blue bottom border with the player name and position 'PITCHER' (notably, Pavletich was primarily a catcher, making this a common position error card of the era).
Key Features
Classic 1965 Topps pennant design; notable position error (listed as Pitcher despite being a Catcher); vintage Cincinnati Reds collectibility.
Authenticity Indicators
Card stock thickness is consistent with mid-60s gray cardboard; dot-matrix printing pattern is visible in the color fields; age-appropriate oxidation on the card back. High confidence in authenticity.
Flaws to Note
Significant corner rounding and softening; heavy top-right centering bias; edge wear and minor surface dirt/staining; back likely has typical age-related toning.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a PWE/Budget listing), COMC, or local card shop 'dollar' bins. It is best sold as part of a lot or a 'pick your card' listing.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the fees will far outweigh the value. List it for a low price with 'Cheap PWE Shipping' ($1.00 or less) to attract set builders. Use clear photos of both front and back.