1977 Topps John McDaniel #114
John McDaniel · Topps · Base
Player
John McDaniel
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
114
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) to PSA 4 (VG-EX). The card shows heavy top-to-bottom centering bias (border is significantly thinner at the top), soft corners, and visible surface dirt/soiling on the bottom white border.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche. John McDaniel was a steady player but not a Hall of Famer or High-Impact star. Demand is limited to vintage set completers and Bengals team collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $8-12, PSA 5: $15-20, PSA 6: $25-30. Note: Grading costs for this specific player generally exceed the market value of the card.
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $1.00 plus shipping on eBay. Higher grade copies (PSA 8 or 9) of this specific number are rare and might reach $30-50, but this specific specimen does not meet those condition standards.
Description
A vintage 1977 Topps Football card featuring Cincinnati Bengals Wide Receiver John McDaniel. The design utilizes the iconic 1977 'ribbon' header with pink and blue accents. The card features a close-up portrait of McDaniel in his Bengals helmet and jersey against a solid green background.
Key Features
Vintage 1970s Topps design; collectible for Bengals team enthusiasts or 1977 set builders.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic. The card stock shows the characteristic gray/brown 'chipboard' backing of 1977 Topps. The half-tone printing pattern in the photo is consistent with period-accurate lithography. Not a commonly counterfeited card. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant top-to-bottom off-centering. Softening on all four corners. Visible light brown staining/soiling on the bottom margin. Minor surface silvering/chipping along the edges.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a 'Buy It Now' or part of a lot), COMC, or local card shop bulk bins. Not recommended for high-end auction houses.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the fee (approx $15-$25) is higher than the card's potential value. Best sold as part of a '1977 Topps Bengals Team Set' or a large lot of 1970s football cards to save on shipping costs. Use 'Plain White Envelope' (PWE) shipping to keep the price competitive.