1973 Topps Rookie Third Basemen Baseball Card (Ron Cey / John Hilton / Mike Schmidt)
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1973 Topps Rookie Third Basemen Baseball Card (Ron Cey / John Hilton / Mike Schmidt)
By:Topps Chewing Gum Company
Style:Vintage Sports Trading Card
Origin:United States
Materials:Cardstock, color print
Age:1973
Condition:Very Good (visible corner wear, some surface and edge discoloration, not officially graded)
Value:$300 - $1,500 (depending on condition; higher values for professionally graded Near Mint or better examples, with top prices for Gem Mint/PSA 10)
This is a 1973 Topps baseball card featuring three rookie third basemen: Ron Cey (Los Angeles Dodgers), John Hilton (San Diego Padres), and Mike Schmidt (Philadelphia Phillies). This card is especially significant as the rookie card of Hall of Famer Mike Schmidt, making it highly collectible. The card features color photographs of each player and classic 1970s Topps design elements.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
A highly sought-after baseball card mostly due to Mike Schmidt’s Hall of Fame career. The card's value is significantly influenced by its condition and whether it has been professionally graded. Visible wear will reduce value, but even mid-grade examples are collectible.
Individual Images:
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Provenance:
No provenance documents provided; standard issue from Topps.
Condition:
Very Good (visible corner wear, some surface and edge discoloration, not officially graded)
Identification Score: 100%
The front design, year, and featured players all clearly identify this as the 1973 Topps Rookie Third Basemen card with Mike Schmidt, one of the most iconic rookie cards in the sport.
Authenticity Score: 85%
The card appears authentic based on printing characteristics, player photos, and the overall look. However, confirmation by in-hand inspection or professional grading service (e.g., PSA or SGC) is necessary to completely rule out reprints or counterfeits, which exist for this card.
Image Memory Note
Card is notable as Mike Schmidt’s rookie, with typical 1970s Topps design and some visible wear but no major flaws.
Keywords
1973 Topps, Mike Schmidt rookie, Ron Cey, John Hilton, vintage baseball card, sports memorabilia, United States, Hall of Fame, trading card
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