1974 Topps Uncut Sheet (132 cards) with Dave Winfield Rookie

Sold For:

$360

Year:

1974

Auction:

2019 Fall

Lot #:

1768

Category:

Postwar Baseball - 1970s to Present Cards

Original 1974 Topps baseball uncut final production sheet consisting of 132 cards with fully printed reverses, highlighted by the key rookie card of Hall of Famer Dave Winfield. The sheet is arranged in twelve rows of eleven cards. Additional key cards included are Gossage, Mathews, and Griffey (rookie). Grading of sheets has always posed a problem as we naturally tend to grade a sheet as if it were a "big card" when really a grade does not capture the condition or visual appeal of a sheet (all the more so as sheets tend to be large). That is certainly the case here. Technically, the sheet is in Poor condition due to various condition flaws, including a six-inch tear on the right side repaired with clear tape affecting four cards (including Gossage), moderate creases, a few edge tears and nicks, and the notation "1974 Extra" in red ink on the reverse. Despite these flaws, this is still a presentable display sheet. Dimensions: approximately 28-1/2 x 43 inches. Please note: This sheet has been stored rolled for many years as intended and will be shipped as such. Reserve $300. Estimate (open).