1977 Topps John Leypoldt #387
John Leypoldt · Topps · Base
Player
John Leypoldt
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
#387
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) to PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering is approximately 65/35 top-to-bottom and left-to-right. Corners show visible whitening/softening. Edges have minor rough cuts common for 70s Topps.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - Niche. Primarily sought by Seattle Seahawks team collectors completing the inaugural 1977 set or specialist kickers/punters collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $8-12, PSA 6: $15-20, PSA 7: $25-35
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $1.00 plus shipping on eBay. Recent PSA 8 copies have sold for $40-50, but it is unlikely this specific copy would achieve that grade due to corner wear.
Description
This is the reverse side of a 1977 Topps John Leypoldt football card (#387). The back features a gray cardstock with pink and black printing, detailing his scoring record with the Buffalo Bills and Seattle Seahawks. It includes an interesting 'College Corner' section noting he did not attend college but played semi-pro for the Annapolis Sailors.
Key Features
Features the inaugural season stats for the Seattle Seahawks franchise (1976); iconic 1977 Topps design; mention of non-traditional path to NFL (no college).
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity Confidence: High. Correct 1977 Topps gray recycled cardstock texture; double-asterisk copyright line (©1977 TOPPS CHEWING GUM INC.) is crisp and legible; natural age toning present.
Flaws to Note
Significant softening on all four corners; top-to-bottom centering is slightly off towards the top; visible paper fibers and age-related toning on the gray stock; minor ink bleed in the pink sections.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold on eBay as a 'Buy It Now' with a 'Best Offer' option, or listed on COMC (Check Out My Cards) for long-term inventory rotation.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading ($19+) exceeds the market value of the card in this condition. Sell as part of a Seattle Seahawks team set or 1977 Topps lot to maximize shipping efficiency.