1977 Topps John Gilliam #418
John Gilliam · Topps · Base
Player
John Gilliam
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
418
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Corners show visible softening and whitening, especially at the bottom right. Centering is shifted slightly toward the top-left on the reverse. Surface appears clean of major wax stains but shows general aging.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - This is a common card of a non-Hall of Fame player. Demand is primarily driven by team set completionists (Falcons/Vikings) or master set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $8-12; PSA 6: $15-20; PSA 7: $25-35
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for common 1977 Topps football cards range from $0.50 to $1.50 plus shipping. High-grade PSA 9 examples of this specific card have historically fetched $40-60, but this specimen does not meet that condition threshold.
Description
This is a vintage 1977 Topps John Gilliam card #418. The back features a pink-and-grey color scheme detailing his statistics and 'College Corner' trivia regarding South Carolina State. The card highlights his Pro Bowl career with the Saints, Cardinals, Vikings, and Falcons.
Key Features
Includes full receiving record stats from 1967-1976; notable for highlighting his 1972 NFC yards per catch lead; features the 'College Corner' subset illustration.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity is High. Features standard 1977 Topps cardboard texture, specific two-star (**) copyright line at the bottom, and appropriate typeface for the era. Not typically a target for counterfeiting due to low market value.
Flaws to Note
Significant corner wear on the reverse bottom-right; minor centering issues; light edge chipping typical of 1970s cardboard stock; natural paper toning (yellowing) due to age.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for eBay (as a 'Buy It Now' with 'Standard Envelope' shipping), COMC, or in person at a card show 'quarter box'.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fees will exceed the market value. Use the 'eBay Standard Envelope' shipping option for $1.11 to keep costs low for the buyer. Mention 'Team Set' in the keywords for Atlanta Falcons fans.