Counting down the 70 most expensive baseball cards from the 1970s, using PSA 9 values greater than $100
Here's a brief background on some of the most popular and valuable baseball cards from the 1970s:
1971 Topps #26 Bert Blyleven: This card features the rookie card of pitcher Bert Blyleven, who had an illustrious career and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2011. The card is highly sought after due to Blyleven's impressive pitching statistics and his status as one of the greatest pitchers of his era.
1971 Topps #513 Nolan Ryan: Nolan Ryan is one of the most iconic and dominant pitchers in baseball history. His rookie card from 1971 is highly valuable and desirable among collectors. Ryan's record-breaking fastball and his longevity in the game have made this card a favorite among fans and collectors alike.
1973 Topps #615 Mike Schmidt: Mike Schmidt is widely regarded as one of the greatest third basemen in baseball history. His rookie card from 1973 is highly prized by collectors due to Schmidt's incredible offensive and defensive abilities. Schmidt went on to win three MVP awards and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1995.
1975 Topps #223 Robin Yount: Robin Yount, a versatile player who primarily played shortstop and center field, had a stellar career with the Milwaukee Brewers. His rookie card from 1975 is considered highly valuable due to Yount's impressive achievements, including two American League MVP awards and over 3,000 career hits.
1975 Topps #228 George Brett: George Brett, a legendary third baseman for the Kansas City Royals, is one of the most beloved and accomplished players of his era. His rookie card from 1975 is highly sought after by collectors. Brett was known for his exceptional hitting skills, including a career batting average of .305 and 3,154 hits.
1976 Topps #98 Dennis Eckersley: Dennis Eckersley, a pitcher who had success both as a starter and a reliever, is recognized as one of the greatest closers in baseball history. His rookie card from 1976 holds significant value due to his impressive career and his later induction into the Hall of Fame.
