1970 Topps Ron Yary Rookie Card #104
Ron Yary · Topps (T.C.G.) · Rookie Card (RC), Hall of Fame (HOF) Base
Player
Ron Yary
Set
1970 Topps Baseball (Football set crossover)
Year
1970
Card #
104
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (Very Good) - PSA 4 (Very Good-Excellent). Observation: Significant top-to-bottom centering issues (heavy shift towards the top), noticeable softening and rounded corners, some edge wear on the right side, and surface discoloration consistent with age.
Category
Rookie Card (RC), Hall of Fame (HOF) Base
Manufacturer
Topps (T.C.G.)
Demand Level
Moderate. Ron Yary is a Hall of Famer, but as an offensive lineman, his market is more stable and niche compared to skill position players.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$15.00 - $30.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $35.00 - $45.00, PSA 4: $55.00 - $70.00, PSA 5: $90.00 - $110.00
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for mid-grade copies average $20-$35. PSA 4 copies have recently sold in the $60 range. High-grade (PSA 8+) copies for this specific card are rare and can exceed $1,000, but this specimen does not meet that condition threshold.
Description
This is the 1970 Topps rookie card for Hall of Fame offensive tackle Ron Yary. The back of the card features a detailed biographical write-up on his USC career and Minnesota Vikings professional start, printed on gray/brown cardstock typical of the era. It includes a small cartoon illustration at the top left comparing him to a teammate.
Key Features
Official Rookie Card of Hall of Famer Ron Yary; iconic 1970 Topps design; high-demand for Hall of Fame rookie collectors and Minnesota Vikings fans.
Authenticity Indicators
Genuine T.C.G. copyright mark present; correct 'gray-back' cardstock texture and fibers; natural ink bleed on text; print pattern matches original 1970 production. Authenticity Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Top-to-bottom centering is drastically off (top border is very thin compared to bottom). All four corners show visible blunting and rounding. The cardstock shows natural aging/browning and the edges have minor chipping.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (Auction or Buy It Now), COMC for a fixed-price listing, or vintage-specific Facebook groups like 'Vintage Football Card Collectors'.
Selling Tips
Due to the centering and corner wear, grading may not be cost-effective as it likely won't hit a 'High Grade' premium. Suggest selling raw with high-resolution photos of both front and back. Use 'Hall of Fame RC' in the title.