1972 Topps Dave Williams #47 Wide Receiver San Diego Chargers
Dave Williams · Topps (T.C.G.) · Base Card
Player
Dave Williams
Set
1972 Topps Football
Year
1972
Card #
47
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG-EX) to PSA 4 (VG-EX). The card shows significant edge wear, rounding of corners, and the centering is noticeably shifted toward the bottom/left edge on the reverse.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Topps (T.C.G.)
Demand Level
Low. Dave Williams is a common player for this set; demand is driven primarily by set builders looking to complete their 1972 Topps collections.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $8-$12, PSA 4: $15-$20, PSA 5: $25-$35. Due to low market value, grading would likely cost more than the card is worth.
Comparable Sales
Raw copies in similar Excellent/Very Good condition consistently sell for $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. High-grade PSA 8 or better examples occasionally reach $50+, but this specific card does not meet those condition standards.
Description
The reverse of a 1972 Topps Dave Williams football card. The back features a green and blue color scheme with a biographical cartoon, complete 1967-1971 pass receiving stats for his time with the St. Louis Cardinals, and a note regarding his acquisition by the Chargers.
Key Features
Vintage 1972 Topps design; features stats from a Co-Winner of Cards Rookie of the Year honors (1967); iconic 1970s football card aesthetic.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic cardboard stock with appropriate fiber density for 1972; correct T.C.G. copyright and PRTD. IN U.S.A. markings; correct color palette and halftone printing dots. High confidence.
Flaws to Note
Soft and rounded corners; significant chipping and fiber wear along all edges; off-center printing on the reverse; minor surface aging/toning on the card stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a binary or part of a bulk lot), COMC, or local card shop discount bins.
Selling Tips
This card is not a candidate for professional grading. It is best sold as 'Raw' in an eBay PWE (Plain White Envelope) listing to keep shipping costs low. Use keywords like 'Vintage Football' and 'Chargers' to attract team collectors.