1979 Topps Mariners 1979 Prospects Bud Anderson / Greg Biercevicz / Byron McLaughlin #710
Bud Anderson, Greg Biercevicz, Byron McLaughlin · Topps · Base / Rookie Prospect
Player
Bud Anderson, Greg Biercevicz, Byron McLaughlin
Set
1979 Topps Baseball
Year
1979
Card #
710
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) or PSA 6 (EX-MT) due to noticeable heavy top-to-bottom centering issues with a very thick top border, minor corner softening, and standard vintage edge wear.
Category
Base / Rookie Prospect
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low to Niche. Demand is driven almost exclusively by team collectors (Seattle Mariners player or team collectors) and set builders completing the 1979 Topps master set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $10-15, PSA 5: $15-25, PSA 6: $25-40
Comparable Sales
Raw copies of this specific 1979 Topps common/prospect card in similar condition typically sell on eBay for $1.00 to $3.00 plus standard shipping.
Description
Offering a vintage 1979 Topps baseball card featuring the Seattle Mariners 1979 Prospects subset card #710. This classic horizontal-layout card pictures three rookie pitchers: Bud Anderson, Greg Biercevicz, and Byron McLaughlin in their Mariners caps against outdoor backgrounds. The card features the iconic 1979 Topps red ribbon banner header with a baseball graphic reading Mariners 1979 Prospects. Names and positions are printed cleanly in blue lettering beneath each respective player photo. Standard vintage card stock with gray backing.
Key Features
Vintage 1979 Topps set inclusion, Seattle Mariners team subset card featuring multiple rookie prospects, classic 1970s sports card design with rich nostalgic appeal.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence in authenticity. Standard 1979 Topps card stock thickness, correct font typography, correct coloring, and standard back characteristics. Not a heavily counterfeited card due to the players involved.
Flaws to Note
Noticeable centering defect with heavily skewed top-to-bottom centering (large white top border relative to the bottom). Corners show mild rounding and softening under close inspection. Standard light edge wear typical of ungraded vintage cards from this era.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a single or team lot), COMC, or through dedicated vintage Facebook card groups.
Selling Tips
Do not submit this specific card for professional grading as the grading fees would far exceed the market value of the card. Instead, sell it raw. Store and ship securely in a penny sleeve and top loader inside a rigid mailer or bubble mailer.