1977 Topps Mike Montler #416
Mike Montler · Topps · Base
Player
Mike Montler
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
416
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Corners show slight softening; centering on the reverse is slightly off-top to bottom; edges appear relatively clean for the era.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche - Mostly sought after by Buffalo Bills team collectors or individuals completing a 1977 master set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $5-10, PSA 7: $15-25, PSA 8: $45-60
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw commons from this set typically range from $0.99 to $2.50 including shipping via eBay Standard Envelope.
Description
A classic 1977 Topps football card featuring Buffalo Bills center Mike Montler. The back of the card features a pink and black design on gray cardboard stock, detailing his career highlights and 'College Corner' facts from his time at the University of Colorado. It includes his trade history from the Patriots to the Bills and his selection in the 1969 draft.
Key Features
Features a reliable 1970s offensive lineman; part of the iconic 1977 Topps football set known for its team-themed helmets on the front and pink backs.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct 'gray-back' cardboard stock for the 1977 set; period-accurate typography and pink ink saturation; 1977 copperplate copyright on bottom.
Flaws to Note
Visible corner wear on the top-right and bottom-left; minor ink chippage on the reverse edges; centering on the back is shifted slightly toward the top.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a PWE/flat-shipped item) or COMC; local card show bargain bins.
Selling Tips
This card is not a candidate for professional grading as the cost of grading ($19+) far exceeds the market value. List as 'Common' or 'Team Set Filler' with high-resolution scans of both sides.