1977 Topps Don Calhoun #518
Don Calhoun · Topps · Base
Player
Don Calhoun
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
518
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering appears fair, but there is visible edge chipping and whitening on corners. The surface shows some standard age-related toning.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - Niche. This is a common card of a non-Hall of Fame player, primarily of interest to team set collectors (Patriots/Bills) or K-State alumni.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.50
Graded Value
PSA 5: $5-8, PSA 6: $10-15, PSA 7: $20-30
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for common 1977 Topps football cards typically range from $0.99 to $3.00 including shipping. Graded copies of commons in mid-grades (PSA 6/7) often struggle to cover the cost of the grading slab unless part of a Registry set collection.
Description
This is a 1977 Topps football card featuring New England Patriots running back Don Calhoun. The back of the card features a pink and black design on cream cardstock, listing his rushing statistics from 1974 to 1976. It includes his 'College Corner' bio highlighting his time at Kansas State University and his draft history with the Buffalo Bills.
Key Features
Includes full professional statistics through 1976; notable for the distinctive 1977 Topps multi-color back design; vintage New England Patriots memorabilia; features Kansas State University collegiate history.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence is High. The card shows correct 1977 Topps cardstock composition, period-accurate pink/black ink saturation, and the 'PRTD IN U.S.A.' copyright line at the bottom. This card is not a known target for counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
Significant whitening on the bottom left and top right corners; rough cut edges common with 1970s Topps stock; slight top-to-bottom centering bias; vintage cardstock tanning/aging.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for eBay 'Buy It Now' with a low shipping option like eBay Standard Envelope, or as part of a 1977 Topps team set/lot. Also suitable for COMC (Check Out My Cards).
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fees ($19+) significantly exceed the card's market value. List it with the player name and team name in the title. Use a penny sleeve and top-loader for shipping.