1980 Topps Joe Greene #175
Joe Greene · Topps · Base / Veteran Star
Player
Joe Greene
Set
1980 Topps Football
Year
1980
Card #
175
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 5 (EX). The card shows noticeable top-to-bottom centering bias and soft corners. Surface appears relatively clean but the horizontal centering is tilted.
Category
Base / Veteran Star
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Joe Greene is a legendary Hall of Famer with a dedicated fan base, particularly among Pittsburgh Steelers collectors, though this is not his most iconic year (1971 rookie).
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $15-20, PSA 5: $25-35, PSA 6: $45-60
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of raw 1980 Topps Joe Greene cards in similar Excellent (EX) condition typically range from $6 to $10. Graded PSA 8 examples command $150+, but this specific card's centering would prevent a high grade.
Description
This is the 1980 Topps Joe 'Mean' Greene card #175. The card features a pink and grey reverse side with typical 1980 design elements including player stats, a biographical blurb, and a 'Team Facts' cartoon illustrating the Steelers' 1976 defense performance. Printed by Topps Chewing Gum, Inc.
Key Features
Features Hall of Fame defensive tackle and 4-time Super Bowl champion Joe Greene in the twilight of his career; classic Topps 1980 design; highly collectible Steelers cornerstone player.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct card stock thickness for 1980 Topps; appropriate matte finish on the reverse; 'PRTD. IN U.S.A.' and copyright text are consistent with known genuine examples. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Softening on all four corners, particularly visible on the bottom right and top left. Card is significantly off-center toward the bottom. Stock shows typical vintage aging/yellowing along edges.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for eBay as a fixed-price 'Buy It Now' listing or a COMC submission to reach team collectors and set builders.
Selling Tips
Due to the condition and centering, professionally grading this card is likely not cost-effective. Sell as a 'raw' vintage individual card. Use high-resolution scans of both front and back. Mention 'Hall of Fame' and 'Mean Joe' in the title.