1977 Topps Passing Leaders NFC/AFC #1 (Ken Stabler/Roger Staubach/Terry Bradshaw)
Ken Stabler, Roger Staubach, Terry Bradshaw, Fran Tarkenton, James Harris, Greg Landry, Jim Hart, Bill Kilmer, Bobby Scott, Jim Plunkett, Joe Theismann, Bobby Douglass, Bert Jones, Joe Ferguson, Bob Griese, Mike Livingston, Brian Sipe, Ken Anderson, Dan Fouts, Dan Pastorini · Topps · Leader Card / Base
Player
Ken Stabler, Roger Staubach, Terry Bradshaw, Fran Tarkenton, James Harris, Greg Landry, Jim Hart, Bill Kilmer, Bobby Scott, Jim Plunkett, Joe Theismann, Bobby Douglass, Bert Jones, Joe Ferguson, Bob Griese, Mike Livingston, Brian Sipe, Ken Anderson, Dan Fouts, Dan Pastorini
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
1
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (Excellent) Estimate. The card shows moderate centering issues (biased toward left/bottom), slight corner softening, and standard edge wear for the brown/gray card stock of the era.
Category
Leader Card / Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Strong interest from HOF QB collectors and set builders. Card #1 always carries a slight premium for completionists.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $15-25, PSA 6: $30-45, PSA 7: $60-80, PSA 8: $150-200. Higher grades carry significant premiums due to card stock sensitivity.
Comparable Sales
Raw copies in average condition typically sell for $3-$10. PSA 7 copies have recently sold for $55-$75. High-grade PSA 9 examples can reach over $800 due to scarcity.
Description
The 1977 Topps Football League Leaders #1 features the 1976 Passing Leaders from both the NFC and AFC. This card serves as a 'Hall of Fame' checklist, featuring legends like Roger Staubach, Ken Stabler, Terry Bradshaw, Fran Tarkenton, and Dan Fouts. The back displays a pink/red background with statistical tables for both conferences.
Key Features
Features multiple Hall of Fame quarterbacks on one card. Vintage 1970s Topps design. High demand for Staubach and Bradshaw collectors. Card #1 in the set is notoriously difficult to find in high grade due to placement at the top of rubber-banded stacks.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic card stock with appropriate 'gray/brown' cardboard thickness and texture. Registration of the pink ink on the reverse is consistent with 1977 Topps printing technology. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Centering is slightly off on the reverse side. Visible softening on the bottom-right corner. The card stock is porous, making it susceptible to moisture and staining, though this example appears clean. Edge chipping is common for the 1977 set.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (fixed price with Best Offer) is the best platform for mid-tier vintage. COMC is a good secondary option for long-term listing.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless it is likely to hit a PSA 8 or higher. At the current estimated grade of PSA 5/6, the grading fees will exceed the market value. Provide high-resolution scans of both front and back to attract 'raw' vintage collectors.