1975 Topps '74 N.L. Championships Dodgers vs. Pirates #193
Bill Russell, Frank Taveras · Topps · Base / Postseason Highlights
Player
Bill Russell, Frank Taveras
Set
1975 Topps
Year
1975
Card #
193
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Visible corner rounding, top-bottom centering is heavy towards the bottom, side edges show slight chipping typical of the colored 1975 borders.
Category
Base / Postseason Highlights
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate to Low - Specifically popular with team collectors (Dodgers/Pirates) or those trying to complete a 1975 Topps master set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $5-8, PSA 3: $10-15, PSA 4: $18-25
Comparable Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition sell for approximately $1.50 to $2.00 plus shipping. High-grade (PSA 8+) copies of this card can fetch $40+, but this specific specimen is in mid-to-low grade condition.
Description
A classic 1975 Topps vintage baseball card featuring the '74 N.L. Championships between the Dodgers and Pirates. The card features a horizontal layout with the iconic two-tone 1975 border design in brown and orange. The photo captures a slide into base with dust kicking up, featuring Pirates' Frank Taveras and Dodgers' Bill Russell. The top-left corner notes the series outcome (Dodgers 3, Pirates 1).
Key Features
Includes two-tone high-contrast border design unique to the 1975 set. Part of the multi-card postseason highlight subset. Features players from the 1970s Dodgers and Pirates dynasties.
Authenticity Indicators
Confidence: High. The card displays the correct pixelated printing pattern within the photo and the appropriate cream-colored cardstock on the edges. The specific shade of the 1975 orange and brown is consistent with authentic production.
Flaws to Note
Soft and rounded corners are the primary issue. The centering is shifted significantly toward the bottom edge. There is minor chipping on the fragile brown and orange colored borders, which is extremely common for this specific year.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay as a 'Buy It Now' or COMC. It is best sold as part of a lot or a set-builder's group to justify shipping costs.
Selling Tips
Due to low raw value, list this card using eBay Standard Envelope for cheap shipping. Clearly photograph the corners so buyers can see the extent of the rounding. Do not grade this specific card, as the grading fees will far exceed the market value of a PSA 3.