1979 Topps Rob Lytle #384
Rob Lytle · Topps Chewing Gum, Inc. · Base
Player
Rob Lytle
Set
1979 Topps Football
Year
1979
Card #
#384
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering appears slightly shifted towards the bottom; corners show light softening and fiber wear; edges have minor chipping typical of 1970s card stock.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps Chewing Gum, Inc.
Demand Level
Low/Niche - Primarily collected by Denver Broncos team collectors or University of Michigan alumni.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $10-15, PSA 8: $25-35, PSA 9: $75-100 (Note: Grading cost exceeds the value for this specific player/grade).
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $0.99 to $2.50. PSA 8 copies have historically sold for approximately $25-30.
Description
This is the 1979 Topps Rob Lytle card #384. The back features a classic purple and yellow design with career rushing stats for 1977 and 1978. It also includes biographical information and a 'fun fact' cartoon noting his 3rd-place finish in the 1976 Heisman Trophy voting. Printed on vintage gray card stock.
Key Features
Features former Denver Broncos Running Back and Michigan Wolverine legend Rob Lytle; includes Super Bowl XII touchdown mention; iconic 1979 Topps design.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic vintage card stock with fiber visible; correct 'Topps Chewing Gum, Inc.' copyright mark; age-appropriate oxidation on back. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Softened corners on the top-left and top-right; centering is heavy toward the bottom margin; minor edge wear and surface speckling common for the age.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as a 'filler' card on eBay via PWE (Plain White Envelope) or as part of a lot of 1979 Topps football cards. Also suitable for COMC for long-term inventory.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the fee will far outweigh the market value. List as '1979 Topps Rob Lytle Broncos #384' and emphasize the Michigan connection for niche collectors. Ship in a penny sleeve and top-loader.