1977 Topps Andy Johnson #401
Andy Johnson · Topps · Base
Player
Andy Johnson
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
#401
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT). The centering is visibly shifted to the left on the reverse. Corners show slight softening. The card surface on the reverse shows typical 1970s aged card stock with no major staining, though minor cardboard fuzz is present on the edges.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Niche. Demand is primarily from team collectors (Patriots), University of Georgia alumni, or set builders looking to complete the 1977 Topps run.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $25-40, PSA 7: $10-15, PSA 6: $5-8
Comparable Sales
Raw commons from the 1977 Topps set typically sell for $1.00 or less in bulk or small lots. High-grade PSA 9 or 10 copies of this specific card can reach $50+, but mid-grade copies like this one rarely exceed $2-5.
Description
This is a 1977 Topps football card featuring New England Patriots running back Andy Johnson. The reverse of the card (shown) includes his rushing statistics from 1974-1976, biographical data, and a 'College Corner' section highlighting his time as a quarterback at the University of Georgia. The card features the classic 1977 Topps reverse design with purple/maroon and black ink on tan cardboard stock.
Key Features
1970s New England Patriots veteran card; features the player's college highlights from the University of Georgia; part of a popular vintage Topps set known for its unique 'player action' design on the front.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence is High. The card shows the characteristic coarse brown cardstock of 1977 Topps, the specific 'dot matrix' printing pattern in the colored areas, and the correct 1977 copyright line at the bottom. This card is not commonly counterfeited due to its low market value.
Flaws to Note
Significant left-to-right centering bias on the reverse. Bottom left corner shows more wear than others. Card stock displays standard aging for porous 1970s paper.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold on eBay as a 'Buy It Now' or on COMC (Check Out My Cards). It is also a good candidate for 'Common' bins at local card shows or as part of a Patriots team lot.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fees will far exceed the market value. When listing, include 'New England Patriots' and 'Georgia Bulldogs' to attract team and college collectors. Use a penny sleeve and top loader for protection.