1972 Topps Ken Reaves #39
Ken Reaves · Topps (printed as T.C.G.) · Base
Player
Ken Reaves
Set
1972 Topps Football
Year
1972
Card #
39
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Corners show significant rounding, edges have minor chipping, and centering appears slightly heavy toward the bottom left on the back.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps (printed as T.C.G.)
Demand Level
Low - This is a common card of a non-Hall of Fame player, primarily sought after by team collectors or set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $5-8, PSA 3: $10-15, PSA 4: $18-25
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of raw 1972 Topps commons in VG condition range from $0.50 to $2.00 plus shipping. Graded PSA 7 or higher copies of this specific card generally sell for $20-$40.
Description
This is the reverse side of a 1972 Topps Ken Reaves football card. The back features a green and blue color scheme on a brown cardstock background. It includes his 1966-1971 career interception records with the Atlanta Falcons, a short biographical blurb, and a cartoon illustration noting he has 8 brothers and sisters. The card is printed in the U.S.A. as indicated by the T.C.G. copyright logo.
Key Features
Features a Pro Bowl cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons; iconic 1972 Topps design; high-interception record holder for the franchise.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity is high. The card displays the correct pulp cardstock quality characteristic of 1970s Topps, the specific green/blue ink hues of the 1972 set, and the standard '©T.C.G.' marking.
Flaws to Note
Soft and rounded corners (especially the top right and bottom right), visible edge wear/chipping, and surface dirt/toning common with this cardstock. The centering is off-center on the back.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a low-cost BIN or part of a lot), COMC, or local card shop bulk bins.
Selling Tips
Due to the low value and condition, it is not recommended to grade this card as the fees will exceed the market value. List it as '1972 Topps Ken Reaves #39 Falcons' and use a standard envelope for cheap shipping to maximize profit.