1972 Topps Ken Ellis #12 Packers
Ken Ellis · Topps (under T.C.G. copyright) · Base
Player
Ken Ellis
Set
1972 Topps Football
Year
1972
Card #
12
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) to PSA 4 (VG-EX) - Centering is slightly off-top to bottom, corners exhibit noticeable rounding and softening, and edges show consistent wear and whitening.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps (under T.C.G. copyright)
Demand Level
Low/Stable - Primarily of interest to Green Bay Packers team collectors or set builders completing the 1972 Topps run.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $8-12, PSA 4: $15-20, PSA 5: $25-30
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw 1972 Topps commons in VG to EX condition range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. Graded PSA 8 examples of this card typically sell for $50+, but this specific specimen does not meet that condition threshold.
Description
This is the reverse side of card #12 from the iconic 1972 Topps football set, featuring Green Bay Packers cornerback Ken Ellis. The back features a green and blue color scheme with a cartoon illustration stating 'Ken is a sure tackler' and a detailed biographical blurb regarding his 1970 and 1971 seasons. The card includes his college (Southern U.) and vital stats, along with his interception record.
Key Features
Early career card of the 4x Pro Bowl cornerback and Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame member. Part of the high-nostalgia 1972 Topps set featuring the 'block' style reverse.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct light gray/brown card stock for the era; 'PRTD. IN U.S.A.' signature present; T.C.G. copyright logo is authentic; print dithering pattern in the green section is consistent with 1970s letterpress/offset printing. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant corner rounding on all four corners, especially the top left (back view). Visible edge chipping and white wear against the blue border. Centering is shifted toward the top edge. Surface shows typical vintage browning/toning of the card stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for low-value vintage singles like this. It may also sell well in a bulk 'Packers' vintage lot or at a local card show in a dollar bin.
Selling Tips
Due to the high cost of grading ($19+) vs. the card's market value, this card should be sold RAW (ungraded). Use high-resolution scans and keywords like 'Vintage Packers' and '1972 Topps'. Ship in a penny sleeve and top loader inside a cardboard-reinforced envelope.