1977 Topps Jim Willoughby #304
Jim Willoughby · Topps · Base
Player
Jim Willoughby
Set
1977 Topps Base Set
Year
1977
Card #
#304
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Centering is heavily shifted to the left and bottom. Visible surface staining/dirt on top border and significant corner rounding on the bottom right.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche. Most interest comes from Red Sox completionists or collectors finishing a 1977 master set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $3-5, PSA 3: $5-8, PSA 4: $10-12 (Note: Grading cost far exceeds card value).
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of raw commons from 1977 in this condition typically range from $0.10 to $0.99. Low-grade graded copies (PSA 4-5) struggle to sell for more than $10-15.
Description
This 1977 Topps baseball card features pitcher Jim Willoughby of the Boston Red Sox. The design includes the classic 1977 cursive team name 'Red Sox' in the bottom left, the player name in block letters, and a baseball icon in the upper right indicating his position as a Pitcher (P). The card shows Willoughby in his home white Red Sox jersey and cap against a stadium background.
Key Features
Classic 1977 Topps design; collectible for Boston Red Sox team set builders; features a reliable mid-70s relief pitcher.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The cardboard stock, color dot matrix consistent with 1970s Topps printing, and legitimate age wear are all present. This is not a commonly counterfeited card.
Flaws to Note
Severe off-center printing (OC); major rounding and fraying on bottom right corner; surface debris/soiling on the top white border; minor edge chipping.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a lot on eBay or Mercari, or in a 'quarter bin' at a local card show. Individual sale is difficult due to shipping costs.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the fee will be 20x the card's worth. If listing on eBay, use the 'eBay Standard Envelope' for cheap shipping. Accurate mention of 'off-center' in the title is helpful.