Certificate #96168F3ED4A7 · Baseball
1970 Topps · #660 · 1970
TCGAI Score
6.0
Keep raw. Grading costs more than it adds.
Estimate, not an official grade.
Each side is scored out of 10. The lowest sub-grade caps the TCGAI Score.
| Category | Front | Back |
|---|---|---|
| Centering | 6 | 7 |
| Corners | 6 | 7.5 |
| Edges | 7.5 | 8 |
| Surface | 7 | 7.5 |
| Whitening | 7 | 7 |
| Holo / foil | 7 | 7.5 |
Flaws visible at the photo's resolution. A grader under magnification may find more.
No defects listed at this photo resolution.
Back Light surface aging and two small, faint print spots typical of 1969 card stock. No creases.
Front Light edge silvering and localized whitening at the corners contributes to a modest percentage of border exposure.
Back Similar to front, light aging along the edges and corner softening creates visible perimeter whitening.
An estimate from recent listings, not an appraisal. Prices in USD.
Graded 6
$300
Raw, ungraded
$170
Grading premium
+76%
| Grade | Average | Range | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | $4,200 | — | 1 |
| 8 | $760 | $700 – $870 | 3 |
| 7 | $680 | $680 – $690 | 2 |
| 6 | $300 | — | 1 |
| 5 | $200 | $190 – $200 | 3 |
| 4 | $150 | $140 – $150 | 3 |
| 3 | $140 | $140 – $150 | 2 |
Estimate from eBay listings after removing bundles, wrong sets and outliers. Small samples move a lot. Muestra insuficiente (graded=3, validListings=42, mínimo=5). Rango estimado con baja confianza.
Background compiled from public web sources. Check it before you buy or sell.
Iconic HOF card with consistent collector demand; recent graded 8.5 sale flat, but vintage Bench holds value amid nostalgia boom.
Next months. Stable with slight upside on high grades; watch auction volume.
Long term. Strong appreciation for graded 9/10; mid-grades steady as entry point.
Johnny Lee Bench (born December 7, 1947) is considered one of the greatest catchers in MLB history, starring for the Cincinnati Reds (1967-1983) as the leader of the 'Big Red Machine.' Drafted 36th overall in 1965, he won NL Rookie of the Year (1968), two NL MVPs (1970, 1972), 14 All-Star selections, 10 Gold Gloves, and 1976 World Series MVP (.533 BA, 2 HR, 6 RBI). Career: .267 BA, 389 HR, 1,376 RBI, .991 fielding %.
Released in 1970 as part of Topps' flagship baseball card set, distributed in wax packs across the US.
Condition. Check centering (high numbers often off), corners for dings, edges for chipping/printing defects, surface for scratches/wax stains; centering is biggest killer for high grades.
Storage. Store in semi-rigid holders or top-loaders with UV protection; maintain 50-70% humidity, avoid direct light/heat; use card saver for shipping.
Authenticity. No reprints; verify vs. known images for print dots/alignment; graded/graded/graded slabs best for authentication; fakes rare but check seller rep and slab legitimacy.
Sources: sportscardspro.com, psacard.com, sportscardinvestor.com, deanscards.com, si.com
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