1977 Topps Willie Hall #198
Willie Hall · Topps Chewing Gum, Inc. · Base
Player
Willie Hall
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
#198
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Corners show light wear, centering on the back is shifted slightly to the left, and the card stock displays characteristic vintage age-toning.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps Chewing Gum, Inc.
Demand Level
Low - Willie Hall is a localized favorite for Raiders and USC collectors, but lacks significant hall-of-fame or superstar individual demand.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $10-15, PSA 7: $20-30, PSA 8: $45-60
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $1.00-$2.00 plus shipping. Graded PSA 8 copies have historically sold in the $40-$50 range, though volume is very low.
Description
A classic 1977 Topps football card featuring Oakland Raiders linebacker Willie Hall. The reverse side (shown) provides his interception record, biographical data, and a 'College Corner' blurb detailing his time at USC and his track and field background. The card features the iconic 1977 red and black ink on tan cardstock.
Key Features
Raiders Super Bowl XI era veteran and USC standout. Iconic 1977 design with red and black text distribution on backing. Includes biographical information about his track career as a javelin thrower.
Authenticity Indicators
Genuine vintage Topps cardstock with appropriate pulp fibers visible. Correct red and black ink saturation for 1977 set. High confidence in authenticity.
Flaws to Note
Visible corner softening on all four corners. Slight top-bottom and left-right centering shift on the reverse. Typical rough-cut edges common to 1970s Topps issues.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a set or team lot), COMC, or Sportlots for player/set collectors.
Selling Tips
This card is not a candidate for professional grading unless for a Personal Collection (PC) or a Registry Set. Better sold as part of a 1977 Raiders team lot or 1977 Topps filler lot. List with 'Raiders' and 'USC' in the title to attract regional/collegiate collectors.