1977 Topps Larry Hand #264
Larry Hand · Topps · Base
Player
Larry Hand
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
264
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint). The card displays excellent centering for the era. The top-left corner on the reverse shows very slight whitening. Surface appears clean with no visible wax stains or creases. Edges appear sharp with minimal chipping.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Niche/Low. Primarily sought by Detroit Lions team collectors or set builders completing the 1977 Topps run.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $15-25, PSA 8: $40-60, PSA 9: $150-200
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $1-$2 plus shipping. PSA 8 examples have historically sold in the $40-$50 range, but high-grade registry demand is the primary price driver.
Description
Featured here is the reverse side of the 1977 Topps Larry Hand #264. The card highlights Hand's career as a Defensive Tackle for the Detroit Lions. The back features a distinct pink and brown color scheme characteristic of the '77 set, including an 'Interception Record' table and a 'College Corner' section detailing his time at Appalachian State University. The card mentions his transition from defensive end to tackle in 1975 and his 1972 Lions Defensive MVP award.
Key Features
Vintage 1970s Topps Football design; highlights a long-time Detroit Lions stalwart; notable for featuring his 12-year career statistics including a rare 62-yard interception touchdown in 1970.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct light-gray cardstock consistent with 1977 Topps production. Proper typography and copyright line at the bottom identifying '1977 Topps Chewing Gum, Inc.' and 'PRTD. IN U.S.A.' Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Minor corner touch identified on the upper left of the reverse side. Vintage Topps cards from this era often suffer from 'snow' (print defects) on the front, though the back shown here is remarkably clean.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for eBay as a 'Buy It Now' with 'Best Offer' or COMC for long-term set-builder visibility.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless it is a certain PSA 9 or 10, as the grading fees will exceed the value for mid-lower grades. List as part of a Detroit Lions team lot to increase interest and save on shipping costs.