1977 Topps Pat Leahy Rookie Card #267
Pat Leahy · Topps Chewing Gum, Inc. · Base / Rookie Card
Player
Pat Leahy
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
#267
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (NM) Estimate. Centering is quite strong for this era (approx 55/45). Corners show minor whitening/softening. Surface on back appears clean but edges have minor rough-cut factory fraying.
Category
Base / Rookie Card
Manufacturer
Topps Chewing Gum, Inc.
Demand Level
Moderate to Low. Strong demand specifically from Jets team collectors or vintage set completionists.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$2.00 - $5.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $15-25, PSA 8: $45-60, PSA 9: $150-200. Note: Values for kickers are highly dependent on registry collectors.
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this card range from $0.99 to $4.00 plus shipping. A PSA 8 recently sold for approximately $55, while a PSA 9 can command a significant premium nearing $200 due to scarcity in mint condition.
Description
This is the back of a 1977 Topps Pat Leahy card, number 267. Leahy was a cornerstone for the NY Jets, serving as their kicker for 18 seasons. The card back features a tan/gray vintage stock with pink and black ink details, including his 'Scoring Record' through 1976 and a 'College Corner' section detailing his soccer career at St. Louis University.
Key Features
Rookie card of the NY Jets' all-time leading scorer. Vintage 1970s Topps design. High-grade examples are sought after by New York Jets team collectors and 'Set Registry' builders.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct 1977 Topps cardboard stock (grayish tint), 'PRTD. IN U.S.A.' typeface is accurate, and the characteristic 1977 smell and texture are present. High confidence (95%+) as this is not a heavily faked card due to lower market value.
Flaws to Note
Minor corner softening on the bottom right and top left. Slight factory rough-cut edge on the right side. Minor ink overspray typical of 1977 production is visible on the pink header bar.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for mid-grade vintage singles. For a graded version, COMC or MySlabs would be appropriate.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are certain it will hit a PSA 9 or higher, as grading fees will exceed the market value of a PSA 7 or 8. List with 'NY Jets All-Time Leading Scorer' in the title to attract team fans. Use a penny sleeve and top-loader; if selling for under $20, use eBay Standard Envelope for cheap shipping.