1965 Topps Mike McCormick #443
Mike McCormick · Topps · Base
Player
Mike McCormick
Set
1965 Topps
Year
1965
Card #
#443
Condition Grade
PSA 1 (Poor) to PSA 1.5 (Fair)
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 1: $10-15, PSA 2: $18-25, PSA 3: $30-40 (Cost of grading exceeds market value)
Comparable Sales
Low-grade raw copies of this card typically sell for $0.99 plus shipping. PSA 7 copies sell for $35-50, but this card would not achieve that grade.
Description
A vintage 1965 Topps baseball card featuring Baltimore Orioles pitcher Mike McCormick. The design features the classic 1965 Topps pennant logo in the bottom left corner and a portrait shot of the player in his Orioles jersey.
Key Features
Vintage 1960s baseball card; Player was the 1967 NL Cy Young Winner; Classic mid-60s Topps design; High number series card (#443).
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence high. Indicators include correct matte card stock for 1965, period-accurate color palette, and naturally aged pulp. This is not a commonly faked card due to its low value.
Flaws to Note
Significant structural damage including a heavy horizontal crease across the center/bottom, major corner rounding, significant edge wear with chipping, surface staining/soiling, and poor centering.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a 'PWE' listing) or local card shop bulk bins.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card. The cost of authentication will exceed the card's worth. List it as 'Filler' condition for set builders. Use a Plain White Envelope (PWE) with a soft sleeve and card saver to keep shipping costs low for the buyer.