1971 Topps
1971 · Topps Chewing Gum, Inc.
752-card 1971 Topps set — the famous black borders, brutal on condition. Bert Blyleven and Steve Garvey rookies.
Key Facts
- Release
- 1971
- Manufacturer
- Topps Chewing Gum, Inc.
- Distribution
- Sold in wax and cello gum packs, released in numbered series through the season.
- Card stock
- Standard 2½″ × 3½″ cardboard with a color photo front.
- Series
- Multiple numbered series; later high numbers are scarcer.
- Total cards
- 752
Key Cards
Bert Blyleven (RC)
Blyleven rookie — HOF curveball.
Steve Garvey (RC)
Steve Garvey rookie — Dodgers star.
Dusty Baker (RC)
Dusty Baker rookie.
Ernie Banks
Mr. Cub.
Hank Aaron
Hammerin' Hank — the home-run king.
Willie Mays
Say Hey — inner-circle legend.
Roberto Clemente
The Great One — Pirates icon.
Pete Rose
Charlie Hustle — the future hits king.
Johnny Bench
Big Red Machine — HOF catcher.
Tom Seaver
Tom Terrific — Mets ace.
Reggie Jackson
Mr. October.
Nolan Ryan
The Ryan Express.