1970/N.L. Playoffs Reds Celebrate! (World Series Bound!)
Topps Baseball • 1971 Topps
Card Type
Postseason Subset
Set & Number
1971 Topps - 196
Rarity
Common
Edition & Language
Base • English
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Grade
Lightly Played (LP)
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $10; Graded (PSA 7): $40 - $60; Graded (PSA 8+): $150+
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar condition typically sell for $5 to $8 on marketplaces like eBay. High-grade PSA copies of 1971 Topps command significant premiums due to card stock fragility.
Condition Details
Visible corner wear and slight fraying on the top-left corner; edges show minor chipping characteristic of the fragile black border 1971 design; vertical centering is top-heavy; significant surface glare on the protective sleeve obscures some direct surface inspection.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading unless part of a complete registry set. The visible corner wear and centering would likely result in an EX-MT 6 or lower, where grading costs exceed value gain.
Card Description
The card features a black-and-white photograph of the Cincinnati Reds celebrating their victory in the 1970 National League Championship Series. Title at top reads '1970/N.L. PLAYOFFS REDS CELEBRATE!' and bottom text reads 'WORLD SERIES BOUND!'
Notable Features
Distinctive black borders unique to the 1971 Topps set, which are notorious for showing wear and chipping. Features Hall of Famer Johnny Bench (number 5) and other Reds players.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1971 Topps card stock and printing pattern. Top and bottom text colors (red/yellow/blue) match known genuine examples. No signs of modern reproduction or trimming visible.
Scanned: 2026-06-08T11:57:57.625904