1977 Topps Darrell Austin #357
Darrell Austin · Topps · Base Card
Player
Darrell Austin
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
#357
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (Excellent) - Centering is slightly shifts right (approx 60/40), corners show light fraying/softness, and there is visible edge wear on the top border. Surface appears clean of major creases.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - Niche appeal. Primary interest is from NY Jets team set collectors or South Carolina alumni. Not a high-demand star or hall of famer card.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $8-12, PSA 6: $15-20, PSA 8: $45-60. Note: Grading costs usually exceed the value of this specific card.
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw commons from the 1977 Topps set range from $0.50 to $1.50 plus shipping. High-grade PSA 9 specimens of commons from this set occasionally reach $25-$40, but this card is not in that condition category.
Description
The reverse side of 1977 Topps #357 featuring Darrell Austin of the New York Jets. The back includes a 'College Corner' factoid regarding his time at the University of South Carolina and detailed biographical statistics. The card features the classic brown cardstock of the late 70s with pink and black printing.
Key Features
Vintage 1970s football card design, features a former offensive guard for the NY Jets, includes South Carolina Gamecocks collegiate history.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence authentic. Correct brown cardboard fiber stock for the era, distinct TCG (Topps Chewing Gum) copyright line, and authentic ink absorption patterns typical of 1977 letterpress printing.
Flaws to Note
Significant edge wear on the top horizontal border, softening of all four corners, and a slight right-to-left centering bias on the reverse. Slight chipping visible on the dark border ink.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a team set or bulk lot), Sportlots, or COMC. Local card shops would likely purchase this only as part of a larger vintage collection.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fees ($15-25+) will significantly exceed the market value. Listing it as part of a '1977 Topps Jets Team Set' or 'South Carolina Gamecocks Alumni' lot will help move it faster.