1980 Topps Fred Kendall #179
Fred Kendall · Topps · Base
Player
Fred Kendall
Set
1980 Topps Base
Year
1980
Card #
#179
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT). Visible centering issues (heavy to the top and right). Softening on the bottom right corner. Nice surface colors and clarity.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. Demand is primarily limited to Red Sox team collectors or set hobbyists completing the 1980 Topps run.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $5-8, PSA 7: $12-15, PSA 8: $25-30
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies of this card typically range from $0.50 to $1.50 including shipping. Graded copies in high grades (PSA 9/10) can reach $50+, but this specific copy does not meet that condition threshold.
Description
This 1980 Topps baseball card features Fred Kendall of the Boston Red Sox. The iconic 1980 design includes the team name in a banner style across the bottom and the Topps logo in a baseball graphic. Kendall is shown in a profile view wearing his Red Sox cap and jersey.
Key Features
Features a solid major league catcher who played 12 seasons; characteristic 1980 Topps design; collectible for Boston Red Sox team set builders.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The cardboard stock aging is consistent with 1980s Topps production. The dot-pattern printing in the photo and the specific shade of red in the banner are authentic indicators. This card is not commonly counterfeited due to its low market value.
Flaws to Note
The card is off-center (OC) towards the top-right border. The bottom right corner shows slight wear/rounding. There is a small speck of ink or debris near the top border edge.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot or cheap PWE listing), COMC, or a local card show 'dollar box'.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fee far exceeds the market value. Use 'PWE' (Plain White Envelope) shipping to keep costs low for the buyer. Best sold as part of a 1980 Red Sox team set lot to maximize interest.