1974 Topps N.L. Playoffs Jerry Koosman #202
Jerry Koosman · Topps · Base / League Highlights
Player
Jerry Koosman
Set
1974 Topps Base
Year
1974
Card #
202
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Significant top-to-bottom centering issues, soft rounded corners, and visible edge wear.
Category
Base / League Highlights
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - Primarily sought by Mets team collectors or set builders looking for specific 1974 Topps cards.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $8-12, PSA 4: $15-20, PSA 2: $3-5
Comparable Sales
Recent sales for raw copies of this card in similar VG condition range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. Graded PSA 8 copies typically reach $40-50, but low-grade copies rarely sell in slabs.
Description
A classic 1974 Topps Jerry Koosman card commemorating the 1973 N.L. Playoffs. The card features a horizontal layout with Koosman in his follow-through on the mound amidst a packed Shea Stadium crowd. The header reads 'N.L. PLAYOFFS' in a yellow banner with '1973' in pink text. The bottom ledger notes 'METS: 3 GAMES • REDS: 2 GAMES'.
Key Features
Features Hall of Fame caliber pitcher Jerry Koosman; part of the popular 1974 Topps set; commemorates the Mets' 'Ya Gotta Believe' 1973 pennant run.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The card stock shows appropriate age-related toning, the distinctive 1974 Topps color palette, and the standard 'dot matrix' printing pattern visible under magnification. Not a commonly counterfeited card.
Flaws to Note
The card is heavily off-center (OC) top-to-bottom. The bottom border is very thick while the top border is almost non-existent. Corners are soft and rounded. Possible surface staining or darkening consistent with age.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold on eBay as a 'Buy It Now' or in a lot with other 1974 Topps Mets cards. Not cost-effective for major auction houses due to low raw value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading significantly exceeds the market value. List it as '1974 Topps #202 Jerry Koosman Mets N.L. Playoffs' to capture search traffic. Ship in a penny sleeve and top loader using eBay Standard Envelope for cheap, tracked shipping.