1974 Topps Football Al Beauchamp #386
Al Beauchamp · Topps · Base
Player
Al Beauchamp
Set
1974 Topps
Year
1974
Card #
386
Condition Grade
PSA 4 to 5 (VG-EX) based on visible centering issues and soft bottom corners.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low to Moderate - primarily sought after by team collectors (Bengals) or vintage set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $10-15, PSA 5: $20-25, PSA 6: $35-45
Comparable Sales
Recent sales for raw 1974 Topps commons typically range from $0.50 to $2.00 depending on condition. High-grade PSA 9 or 10 examples of this card are rare and can command significantly more, but this specific specimen does not meet those grade requirements.
Description
Vintage 1974 Topps football card featuring Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Al Beauchamp. The card utilizes the classic 1974 goalpost design with the player name and position in small boxes atop the team name banner. The image shows a portrait of Beauchamp in his black Bengals jersey with visible mesh detailing.
Key Features
Classic 'goalpost' border design unique to the 1974 set; mid-career card for a staple of the early Bengals defense.
Authenticity Indicators
Confidence: High. The vintage card stock texture, 'dot' pattern printing in the player image, and specific 1974 ink color palette are consistent with original production. These are not commonly counterfeited.
Flaws to Note
Significant off-center printing (heavy toward the top and right side). Softness and minor rounding visible on the bottom right corner. Possible light surface wear consistent with age.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for low-cost vintage singles), COMC, or local card shows in the Cincinnati area.
Selling Tips
This card is not a candidate for professional grading as the cost of the service far exceeds the value of the card. Sell it as part of a Bengals team lot or a 1974 set filler lot to maximize interest. Use high-resolution scans or photos on a dark background to show the white edges clearly.