1977 Topps Tim Fox Rookie Card #422
Tim Fox · Topps · Rookie Card
Player
Tim Fox
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
422
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) to PSA 6 (EX-MT). Visible centering is moderately off-set (approx 70/30 left-right), corners show slight rounding, and there is a visible smudge/stain on the left edge near the stats section.
Category
Rookie Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. Tim Fox is a respected player but not a Hall of Famer; demand is limited to Patriots team collectors or 1977 set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $10-15, PSA 6: $20-25, PSA 7: $40-50 (Note: Grading costs exceed card value for this specimen)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies of this card typically range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. PSA 8 copies have sold in the $80-100 range, but the condition of this specific card will not reach that tier.
Description
The reverse side of 1977 Topps Tim Fox rookie card #422. This card features a grey/brown cardstock back with pink and black ink. It details Fox's 1976 'Interception Record' with the New England Patriots and includes a 'College Corner' section highlighting his career at Ohio State University. The bottom copyright credit reads '1977 TOPPS CHEWING GUM, INC. PRTD. IN U.S.A.'
Key Features
Official Rookie Card of 1980 Pro Bowler Tim Fox; features New England Patriots team designation; highlights defensive achievements at Ohio State; classic 1977 Topps design style.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Authentic 1977 Topps cardstock exhibits correct thickness, fibrous texture on the back, and era-appropriate pink/dark brown ink printing without digital pixelation.
Flaws to Note
Significant centering issues common to 1970s Topps; noticeable dark smudge/surface stain on the mid-left border; soft corners and minor chipping along the edges.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for eBay (as a 'Buy It Now' for $1-2) or as part of a lot of 1970s football cards. Local card shop bulk bins or Sportlots.com are also viable options.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fees ($19+) will far outweigh the final market price. Sell it raw in a penny sleeve and top-loader. Use high-resolution scans of both front and back to attract 'set builders' looking for specific condition fillers.