1973 Topps NFC Championship Game Redskins vs Cowboys #465
Larry Brown, Billy Kilmer · Topps · Base / Postseason Highlight
Player
Larry Brown, Billy Kilmer
Set
1973 Topps Football
Year
1973
Card #
#465
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Visible edge chipping, soft corners, and significant off-center printing (heavy to the top and right).
Category
Base / Postseason Highlight
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - Primarily sought after by Redskins team set collectors or 1973 Topps set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $8-12, PSA 4: $15-20, PSA 5: $25-30
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies of this card in similar condition range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. High-grade PSA 8 copies have sold for $40-60.
Description
A vintage 1973 Topps football card featuring the NFC Championship Game between the Washington Redskins and Dallas Cowboys. The card depicts a goal-line action shot of the Redskins offense. The top header reads 'NFC CHAMPIONSHIP GAME' in purple text, and the bottom right displays the final score: REDSKINS 26, COWBOYS 3.
Key Features
Vintage 1970s Topps design; features HOF-adjacent players and a historic rivalry postseason matchup; part of the popular 1973 'Playoff Highlight' subset.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic original stock with vintage cardboard texture and period-accurate color printing. Confidence: High. This card is rarely counterfeited due to its low market value.
Flaws to Note
The card is significantly off-center toward the top and right edges. There is noticeable wear on all four corners and minor chipping along the bottom edge. Surface appears to have light handling wear.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a 'Buy It Now' with 'Best Offer'), COMC, or local card show dollar bins.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fees will far exceed the market value. Best used as a filler for a set or sold in a team lot of vintage Washington cards to maximize interest.