1977 Topps Bill Stanfill #16
Bill Stanfill · Topps · Base
Player
Bill Stanfill
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
16
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (NM) - The card shows strong centering for the era, sharp edges on the back, and standard vintage stock grain. Some minor corner softening and typical surface wear for a card of this age is assumed based on the reverse photo.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - Primarily driven by Miami Dolphins team collectors, University of Georgia completionists, and set builders of the 1977 Topps series.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $15-25, PSA 8: $40-60, PSA 9: $150+
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this card range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. High-grade PSA 8 examples have historically sold in the $45 range, while PSA 9 copies are rare and command a significant premium from registry set builders.
Description
Featured here is the reverse side of the 1977 Topps Bill Stanfill card #16. Bill Stanfill was a defensive powerhouse for the Miami Dolphins and a key member of the 'No-Name Defense.' The card back includes his vital statistics, career highlights including his 18.5 sack record in 1973, and a 'College Corner' section featuring his achievements at the University of Georgia. This card is a staple for Dolphins team collectors and 1970s football set builders.
Key Features
Miami Dolphins legend, member of the 1972 undefeated team, 5-time Pro Bowler, and Outland Trophy winner. Key card for Georgia Bulldogs alumni collectors and vintage Dolphins enthusiasts.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The card exhibits authentic 1977 Topps 'cardboard' style gray stock, correct typography for the era, and the '© 1977 TOPPS CHEWING GUM, INC.' copyright line. Not a commonly counterfeited card.
Flaws to Note
The photo shows slightly fuzzy corners on the top left and right (reverse view). There are minor printing specks common to 1970s gray cardstock. Centering looks slightly shifted toward the top edge.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now), COMC (Check Out My Cards) for long-term inventory, or Sports Card Forums (BlowoutCards/Net54).
Selling Tips
Due to the low raw value, it is best sold as part of a lot of 1977 Topps or Dolphins cards unless it is in pristine condition for grading. If selling individually, use high-resolution scans of both front and back. Ship in a penny sleeve and top loader inside a reinforced envelope.