Ozzie Smith
Topps Baseball • 1979 Topps
Card Type
Shortstop (SS)
Set & Number
1979 Topps - 116
Rarity
Rookie Card (Base)
Edition & Language
Standard Print Run • English
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Grade
Moderately Played (MP) to Heavily Played (HP)
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $60; Graded (PSA 4-5): $80 - $120
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies in similar mid-to-low grade condition range from $25 to $55. PSA 9 examples reach thousands, but this specific copy is a low-grade example.
Condition Details
Poor centering heavily skewed towards the bottom and right edges. Significant edge wear and soft corners. Noticeable surface scratching and potential creases or bends visible in the lower-right area. Surface shows vintage toning/discoloration.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading due to significant centering issues (diamond cut) and corner wear. A grade above a PSA 4 or 5 is unlikely, which would not significantly increase the value beyond the cost of the grading service itself.
Card Description
Features a portrait of Ozzie Smith in a San Diego Padres uniform. The bottom features his name and position (SS) within a blue bar and the team name 'PADRES' in a large orange banner. This is the official rookie card of the Hall of Fame shortstop known as 'The Wizard'.
Notable Features
Rookie card status. Heavy bottom-right centering bias (common for this set).
Authentication Notes
Colors and typeface appear consistent with 1979 Topps production. The card stock shows appropriate age-related wear and texture characteristic of late 70s cardboard.
Scanned: 2026-07-09T16:20:11.759554