1975 Topps Roger Maris / Hank Aaron All-Time Record Holders #1
Roger Maris and Hank Aaron · Topps · Base / League Leader / Multi-player
Player
Roger Maris and Hank Aaron
Set
1975 Topps Base
Year
1975
Card #
#1
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering appears slightly shifted right; corners show minimal wear but are not razor-sharp; edges and surface appear clean from the photo.
Category
Base / League Leader / Multi-player
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Strong - Hank Aaron items maintain high demand, and the 1975 set is one of the most popular among vintage collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$15.00 - $35.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $25-30; PSA 6: $45-60; PSA 7: $90-120
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $18 to $40 depending on sharpness. PSA 6 copies consistently sell between $50 and $65.
Description
Attractive 1975 Topps All-Time Record Holders card featuring two of the most iconic power hitters in baseball history. The card displays a 'Season' record for Roger Maris (61 Home Runs) and the 'Career' record for Hank Aaron (715+ Home Runs). The card features the vibrant 1975 multi-colored border design on the header and black-and-white portraits of both Hall of Fame level legends.
Key Features
Features two legendary players: Hank Aaron and Roger Maris; Card #1 in a highly collected vintage set; Aaron's first card following his record-breaking 715th home run season.
Authenticity Indicators
Card stock shows correct brownish-gray pulp typical of mid-70s Topps; ink patterns in the red text show the correct halftone dots under magnification. High confidence of authenticity.
Flaws to Note
A slight right-to-left centering bias is visible. Potential for surface 'snow' common in this set, though this example looks relatively clean. Lower left corner has minor softening.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is best for raw or mid-grade vintage. COMC is excellent for hands-off selling. For higher grades (PSA 8+), consider specialized auction houses.
Selling Tips
Do not grade unless you believe it will hit a PSA 8 or higher, as the grading cost often exceeds the value of mid-grade examples. Highlight 'Hank Aaron' and 'Roger Maris' in the title.