1976 Topps Randy Jones / Andy Messersmith / Tom Seaver NL ERA Leaders #193
Randy Jones, Andy Messersmith, Tom Seaver · Topps · Base / League Leaders
Player
Randy Jones, Andy Messersmith, Tom Seaver
Set
1976 Topps Base Set
Year
1976
Card #
#193
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT). The centering is shifted left-to-right (approx 65/35). Top-right and bottom-right corners show minor whitening/softening. Surface appears clean but edges have typical 1970s rough-cut wear.
Category
Base / League Leaders
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Demand is primarily driven by Tom Seaver player collectors and 1976 set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$3.00 - $8.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $10-15, PSA 6: $20-30, PSA 7: $45-60, PSA 8: $120-150. (Values for Tom Seaver appearance).
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $2 to $10 depending on centering. PSA 8 copies have sold for $130+, but this specific card's centering would likely prevent it from reaching that tier.
Description
A classic 1976 Topps League Leaders card featuring 1975 NL ERA Leaders. The card showcases a large portrait of Cy Young winner Randy Jones (Padres) and two smaller portraits of Andy Messersmith (Dodgers) and Hall of Famer Tom Seaver (Mets). The design features a bold pink 'Earned Run Avg Ldrs' header and blue 'N.L. 1975' sub-header.
Key Features
Features Hall of Fame pitcher Tom Seaver; iconic 1976 Topps design; features 1976 NL Cy Young winner Randy Jones; multi-player leader card.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Card displays authentic 1970s cardboard stock (brownish-gray reverse), period-accurate ink bleed on the pink headers, and standard Topps rough-cut edges. This specific common/leader card is rarely counterfeited.
Flaws to Note
O/C (Off-center) left-to-right; soft right-side corners; minor chipping on the top edge; small printing 'fish-eye' or speck visible in the white border near the right edge.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for a single raw card like this, ideally via 'Buy It Now' with a Best Offer option.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading ($19+) exceeds the raw value and the off-centering limits it to a mid-grade. Mention 'Tom Seaver' prominently in the title. Ship in a penny sleeve and top loader using eBay Standard Envelope for low-cost tracking.