1963 Topps Roger Maris #120
Roger Maris · Topps · Base Card / Vintage Star
Player
Roger Maris
Set
1963 Topps Base Set
Year
1963
Card #
#120
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) to PSA 4 (VG-EX). Centering is heavily shifted to the right (approx 75/25). Corners show visible rounding/softening. Surface appears clean of major creases, but edges show typical vintage wear.
Category
Base Card / Vintage Star
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Strong. Roger Maris remains a popular figure for Yankee collectors and home-run historians. Demand for early 60s stars in mid-grade remains stable and liquid.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$45.00 - $75.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $80-110, PSA 4: $140-170, PSA 5: $220-260
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for similar condition range from $50 to $70. PSA 4 examples recently sold for $155, while PSA 3 examples hover around $95. Prices have remained steady over the last 12 months.
Description
Featured here is a classic 1963 Topps Roger Maris #120. This iconic vintage card features the legendary Yankees slugger in his pinstripes against a bright blue sky background. The 1963 design is a favorite among collectors for its dual-image potential, though the Maris card utilizes a large, clear portrait and a purple circle nameplate. A must-have for any New York Yankees or vintage baseball enthusiast.
Key Features
Features the historic single-season home run king (61 in '61) at the height of his career with the Yankees. The 1963 Topps set is highly regarded for its vibrant colors and clean photography.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity Confidence: High. Correct card stock for 1963 (cream/gray cardboard). The dot patterns (rosettes) in the color printing are consistent with vintage lithography. No signs of modern digital printing or artificial aging.
Flaws to Note
Significant right-side centering bias (heavy white border on the left, thin on the right). Bottom-left corner is rounded. Minor edge chipping along the right side. Lacks the razor-sharp corners required for a mid-to-high grade.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this specific card to reach the widest audience of vintage collectors. For a quick sale, a local card shop (LCS) or Facebook Vintage groups are also viable, though they may offer 50-70% of market value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are doing it for authentication purposes, as the centering and corners likely limit it to a Grade 4, where the grading fees may eat up the profit margin. List with high-resolution scans of both front and back. Use keywords like 'Vintage', 'Yankees', and 'Hall of Fame Talent'.