1980 Topps Vida Blue #310
Vida Blue · Topps · Base
Player
Vida Blue
Set
1980 Topps
Year
1980
Card #
#310
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering is slightly heavy to the left (approx 65/35). Top-right and bottom-right corners show visible white wear/touching. Right edge has minor chipping typical of Topps 1980 card stock.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Vida Blue has a dedicated following among Giants and A's fans, but 1980 Topps is a high-pop era. Collectors usually look for PSA 9 or higher for investment grade.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $10-15, PSA 7: $20-30, PSA 8: $50-70
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this card range from $0.50 to $4.00 plus shipping. PSA 8 examples recently sold for around $60, while PSA 9s can reach $200+.
Description
This 1980 Topps Vida Blue #310 features the San Francisco Giants pitching legend in a classic mid-torso pose holding his glove. The card design is iconic for the era, featuring a black top border with 'GIANTS' in bold orange block letters and a clean white bottom border displaying the player name. The reverse features player statistics and a cartoon bio summary.
Key Features
Features 6-time All-Star and 1971 AL Cy Young/MVP winner Vida Blue; classic 1980s Topps design; collectible Giants team card.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence: High. Card stock shows correct aged brownish-grey cardboard texture on back. Lettering is crisp with correct ink absorption. These cards are rarely counterfeited due to high production volume.
Flaws to Note
Corners on the right side show softening and surface thinning; centering is shifted toward the left border; minor rough-cut edges on the right-hand side; surface may have minor print snow/pitting common to 1980 sets.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for eBay as a 'Buy It Now' or as part of a lot. Could also be sold in a local card shop's 'dollar bin' or on COMC (Check Out My Cards) for long-term inventory.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this specific card; the cost of grading ($19+) exceeds the market value of a PSA 6 or 7. List with high-resolution photos of both front and back. Use an eBay Standard Envelope for cheap $1.00 shipping to maximize sellability.