1977 Topps Alan Page #230
Alan Page · Topps · Base / Legend / Hall of Fame
Player
Alan Page
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
#230
Condition Grade
PSA 3-4 (VG-EX) based on back view. Significant centering issues (heavily shifted left), visible corner softening, and edge wear are present. Surface appears consistent with mid-grade vintage.
Category
Base / Legend / Hall of Fame
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Alan Page is a highly respected HOFer and Supreme Court Justice, making him a popular target for team collectors and HOF set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$3.00 - $8.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $10-15, PSA 4: $15-22, PSA 5: $25-35
Comparable Sales
Recent raw copies of this card in similar condition sell for $5-10. High-grade PSA 9 examples can reach $100+, but centered mid-grade copies remain extremely affordable.
Description
This 1977 Topps football card features Minnesota Vikings legendary defensive tackle and Hall of Famer Alan Page. The back of the card details his storied career, including his 1971 MVP season and his background as an All-American at Notre Dame. The card features the classic 1977 design with red and black text on gray cardstock.
Key Features
Alan Page Hall of Fame induction, 1971 NFL MVP status, iconic purple-people-eater era card, historical 'College Corner' Notre Dame stats on reverse.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic 1977 Topps card. Features the correct 'two-star' copyright line, authentic porous gray cardstock texture, and appropriate dot-matrix print patterns in the red text sections. High confidence.
Flaws to Note
Severe centering issues (back image is shifted heavily toward the left border); soft corners with visible white fiber exposure; consistent chipping along edges; typical aged gray cardstock toning.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (lowest fees for this tier), COMC, or local card shows. This card is best sold as part of a lot or as a low-cost individual 'filler' card for collectors completing the 1977 set.
Selling Tips
Due to the low value and poor centering, professional grading is NOT recommended as costs will exceed the card value. List with clear photos of both front and back. Use 'Minnesota Vikings Hall of Fame' in the keywords.