1977 Topps Football Jim Braxton #252
Jim Braxton · Topps · Base Card
Player
Jim Braxton
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
252
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT). Analysis: The centering on the back is significantly off to the top-right. Corners show slight softening. Based on the photo, there is visible edge wear consistent with mid-grade vintage stock.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate/Niche. Primarily sought by Buffalo Bills team set builders and vintage football enthusiasts.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $15-20, PSA 8: $40-60, PSA 9: $150+. (Note: Grading cost likely exceeds card value for this specific grade range).
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for 1977 Topps commons range from $0.50 to $3.00 plus shipping. PSA 8 examples of mid-tier stars from this set usually sell between $30 and $50 depending on eye appeal.
Description
Featured here is the back of a 1977 Topps Jim Braxton #252 card. Braxton was a powerhouse fullback for the Buffalo Bills, famously blocking for O.J. Simpson. This card features his full career rushing record through 1976 and a 'College Corner' blurb detailing his time at West Virginia University. The card stock is standard 1970s gray cardboard.
Key Features
Features a key member of the 1970s Buffalo Bills 'Electric Company' offensive line and backfield. Popular with Bills team collectors and West Virginia University alumni.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Card shows correct 1977 Topps copyright font, secondary color registration (pink/red tones), and authentic aged gray cardboard stock typical of the era. Not a high-risk card for counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
Centering is noticeably shifted toward the top and right margins on the reverse side. Minor touch of wear on bottom right corner. Typical 1977 Topps print 'snow' (small white artifacts) in the blue/darker ink areas.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for low-value vintage singles using eBay Standard Envelope for cheap shipping. COMC (Check Out My Cards) is also a good option for bulk submission of vintage commons.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you believe the front is perfectly centered and the card would earn a PSA 9 or 10. List it as '1977 Topps Jim Braxton #252 Buffalo Bills' and use a high-resolution scan. Use a penny sleeve and top-loader for shipping.