1977 Topps Roland Harper #39
Roland Harper · Topps · Base
Player
Roland Harper
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
39
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering appears slightly off top-to-bottom on the reverse, with visible corner wear and minor edge chipping on the right side.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche - Primarily of interest to Chicago Bears team collectors or set builders completing the 1977 set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $5-10, PSA 7: $12-20, PSA 8: $45-60. Note: Grading costs usually exceed market value for this card.
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $1.00 + shipping. High-grade PSA 9 copies have moved for $150+, but mid-grade copies (PSA 6-7) often struggle to sell for more than $15.
Description
A classic 1977 Topps Football card featuring Chicago Bears running back Roland Harper. The reverse features a pink and black color scheme with a 'College Corner' blurb about his time at Louisiana Tech and his rushing records from 1975-1976.
Key Features
Features a key member of the 1970s Chicago Bears offenses; 1970s Topps design with iconic pink/black back; details his Brian Piccolo Award win.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct 1977 Topps cardstock (gray/tan pulp); '© 1977 TOPPS CHEWING GUM, INC.' copyright line; high confidence of authenticity as this is not a commonly counterfeited card.
Flaws to Note
Significant corner rounding on all four corners; edge chipping along the right-hand border; vertical centering shift on the reverse; minor surface foxing or spotting visible in the gray cardstock areas.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a PWE/low-cost listing), COMC (Check Out My Cards), or as part of a bulk team set lot at a local card show.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the fees will far exceed the return. List as a 'Buy It Now' with a Plain White Envelope (PWE) shipping option to keep costs low for collectors. Use keywords like 'Chicago Bears' and 'Vintage Football'.