1977 Topps Pat Fischer #409
Pat Fischer · Topps · Base
Player
Pat Fischer
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
409
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering is slightly off-favoring the bottom right, corners show mild wear but remain fairly crisp for the era, edges look clean with standard stock fiber visible, surface appears free of major wax or gum staining.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - Mainly appeals to Washington franchise collectors, Nebraska alumni, or set builders completing the 1977 Topps Football set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $10-15, PSA 7: $20-30, PSA 8: $50-75
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this specific card range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. Graded PSA 8 examples of this card historically sell in the $60-$80 range, but those are rare to find as most collectors do not grade low-tier stars from this set.
Description
A vintage 1977 Topps football card featuring Washington cornerback Pat Fischer. The card back shown provides a comprehensive Interception Record spanning 16 seasons from 1961 to 1976 with the Cardinals and Redskins. It includes biographical data and a 'College Corner' section highlighting his career at Nebraska. Standard gray/brown cardboard stock characteristic of the late 70s.
Key Features
Features a highly respected 2-time Pro-Bowl cornerback in his final career year card; complete career statistics spanning two decades of NFL history; iconic 1977 vertical layout design.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity Confidence: High. Correct 1977 copyright line (©1977 TOPPS CHEWING GUM INC. PRTD. IN U.S.A.); period-accurate cardboard stock with visible grain; correct typography and ink saturation (black text, pink/red accents).
Flaws to Note
The centering on the reverse is shifted toward the bottom and right edges. Minor whitening/softening is visible on the bottom corners. Generally standard 'vintage' stock feel and slight edge roughness from factory cutting.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card, likely as a 'buy it now' listing or as part of a lot of 1977 Topps cards. Minor vintage cards often sell better in bulk lots to optimize shipping costs.
Selling Tips
Due to high grading fees ($19+), this card is not a candidate for professional grading unless it was in flawless Gem Mint condition. List as 'Standard Envelope' on eBay to keep shipping cheap for the buyer. Use keywords: '1977 Topps Football', 'Pat Fischer', 'Washington Redskins', 'Vintage Football'.