1976 Topps NL Playoffs Pete Rose / George Foster #462
Pete Rose, George Foster, Tony Perez · Topps · Base / Postseason Highlights
Player
Pete Rose, George Foster, Tony Perez
Set
1976 Topps Base Set
Year
1976
Card #
462
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Centering is significantly off-top to bottom (approx 90/10). Corners show visible rounding and softening. Edges have notable chipping and wear. Surface appears dull with potential light wrinkling or paper loss on the right edge.
Category
Base / Postseason Highlights
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - Popular with Cincinnati Reds team collectors and Pete Rose completionists, but supply is high.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.50 - $4.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $5-8, PSA 3: $10-15, PSA 4: $18-25. Note: Grading costs for this specific card in this condition would exceed its market value.
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies in similar VG condition range from $1.00 to $3.50. PSA 8 copies generally fetch $40-60, but this card will not reach that grade.
Description
A classic 1976 Topps card titled 'Foster's Run Decides It' featuring Cincinnati Reds legends Pete Rose (14) and Tony Perez (2) greeting George Foster at home plate. This card commemorates the NL Playoffs victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates. The design features the iconic 1976 Topps rounded frame and a baseball-themed playoff logo in the bottom right corner.
Key Features
Includes Pete Rose (all-time hit leader) and HOFer Tony Perez. Commemorates the iconic 'Big Red Machine' era of the Cincinnati Reds during their peak championship years.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence: High. The vintage card stock, dot-matrix printing pattern visible in the red jerseys, and specific 1976 ink absorption levels are consistent with an original. This card is rarely counterfeited due to its high production volume.
Flaws to Note
Severe centering issues (heavy top lean), rounded corners, chipping along the right-hand edge, and general surface wear. The white borders show age-related yellowing/toning.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now), COMC, or local card show dollar bins. It is best sold as part of a lot or a team set to maximize shipping efficiency.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the fees will far outweigh the return. Use 'Big Red Machine' and 'Pete Rose' in the title to attract team collectors. Ship in a penny sleeve and top loader using eBay Standard Envelope for low-cost tracking.