1977 Topps Joe Lavender #151
Joe Lavender · Topps · Base
Player
Joe Lavender
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
#151
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT). Analysis: Centering appears shifted roughly 65/35 toward the left and top. Corners show minor touch-wear. Edges have typical rough Topps cuts of the era. Surface appears clean of major wax stains, but vintage stock shows standard aging.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. Demand is primarily from set builders completing the 1977 Topps run or specific Washington Redskins team collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $10-15, PSA 7: $20-25, PSA 8: $45-60. (Grading fees likely exceed card value).
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $0.99 to $2.00 plus shipping. PSA 8 examples have historically sold in the $40-50 range, but high-grade registry demand is low for this specific non-HOF player.
Description
This is a 1977 Topps Joe Lavender #151 veteran card featuring the Washington Redskins cornerback. The card back includes detailed stats from his time with the Eagles and Redskins, emphasizing his standout 1976 season where he tied for 2nd most interceptions in the NFC. The reverse features traditional 1977 pink and black ink on gray vintage card stock.
Key Features
Features a key defensive member of the Washington 'Over the Hill Gang' era; 1977 set is known for its iconic 'ribbon' design on the front; Includes detailed 'College Corner' biographical information.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Card stock shows correct pulp composition for 1970s Topps; printing displays standard halftone dots and the specific pink ink hue used by Topps in 1977. Low risk of counterfeits for this specific player.
Flaws to Note
Obvious top-to-bottom and left-to-right centering bias. Minor corner softening on the bottom left and top right. Standard vintage cardboard toning on the reverse. Potential for light surface wear or scratches not visible in photos.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for eBay (as a 'Buy It Now' with 'Best Offer' or as part of a lot) or COMC (Check Out My Cards). Local card shop 'dollar bins' are also a common venue.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading (approx. $19+) significantly exceeds the market value. When listing, use high-resolution scans of both front and back. Ship in a penny sleeve and top-loader using the eBay Standard Envelope for low-cost tracking.