1977 Topps Joe Ferguson #174
Joe Ferguson · Topps · Base
Player
Joe Ferguson
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
174
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT). The centering on the reverse appears slightly shifted towards the top-left. Corners show minor softening consistent with age, and the card stock displays characteristic vintage toning and graininess.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate/Niche. Demand is primarily driven by Buffalo Bills team collectors or vintage set builders. Joe Ferguson was a solid player but is not a Hall of Famer, which limits high-end investment interest.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $10-15, PSA 7: $20-25, PSA 8: $45-60
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. PSA 8 (NM-MT) copies have recently sold in the $40-$55 range, while PSA 9s can reach over $150 due to registry demand.
Description
This is the reverse side of card #174 from the 1977 Topps football set, featuring Buffalo Bills quarterback Joe Ferguson. The back features a light tan/cardboard stock with dark red and black ink. It includes player biographical data, professional passing stats from 1973-1976, career highlights, and a 'College Corner' section noting his time at the University of Arkansas.
Key Features
Features a long-time Buffalo Bills staple and Bills Wall of Fame inductee; iconic 1977 Topps design with biographical 'College Corner' blurb.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The card displays the correct dot-matrix printing pattern, appropriate age-related browning of the card stock (toning), and the specific '©1977 TOPPS CHEWING GUM, INC.' copyright line required for this set.
Flaws to Note
Visible centering shift towards the top and left edges on the reverse. Slight corner wear and typical 1970s rough-cut edges. Minimal surface spotting visible in the tan areas.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card, likely as part of a lot or a low-cost 'Buy It Now' listing. COMC is also a good option for low-value vintage singles.
Selling Tips
Due to the low value and current condition, grading is not recommended as fees will exceed the card's market value. Best sold with high-quality photos of both front and back. Use 'PWE' (Plain White Envelope) shipping for single raw sales to keep costs down for the buyer.