1977 Topps Leon Gray #188
Leon Gray · Topps · Base
Player
Leon Gray
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
188
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (Excellent) - Centering is slightly off to the left/bottom on the reverse; corners show softening and minor rounding; surface appears clean but edges show typical cardboard fraying.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - Niche appeal for Patriots team set collectors or Jackson State alumni.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $5-8, PSA 5: $10-15, PSA 6: $18-25 (Note: Grading costs exceed current market value for this card/grade)
Comparable Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade raw copies of 1977 Topps commons range from $0.50 to $2.00 plus shipping.
Description
Featured here is the 1977 Topps football card of New England Patriots Tackle Leon Gray. The reverse provides a biography of the Jackson State standout nicknamed 'Big Dog.' This card features classic 1977 Topps brown chipboard-style cardstock with pink and black printing on the back.
Key Features
Features a key member of the late 1970s New England Patriots offensive line; Leon Gray was a multi-time Pro Bowler and All-Pro selection.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic original Topps cardstock. The dot-matrix printing and the specific shade of pink ink on the reverse match known 1977 Topps production runs. High confidence.
Flaws to Note
Corners are soft and slightly rounded. Top-right corner (reverse view) shows minor wear. Centering on the reverse is shifted toward the bottom left. Cardstock shows typical age-related browning.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now), COMC, or Sportlots. This is a common card that sells best to set builders finishing a 1977 collection.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fees will be significantly higher than the resale value. Shipping via eBay Standard Envelope (under $1.00) is the only way to make a sale profitable.