1972 Topps Ted Hendricks #123
Ted Hendricks · Topps · Base / Hall of Fame
Player
Ted Hendricks
Set
1972 Topps Football
Year
1972
Card #
#123
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) to PSA 4 (VG-EX) - Estimated. The card shows significant top-to-bottom centering issues (roughly 90/10), soft corners, and visible edge wear particularly on the bottom right.
Category
Base / Hall of Fame
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Hendricks is an iconic Hall of Famer, but this is a common base card rather than his 1970 rookie. Collectors of vintage sets and Raiders/Colts historians maintain steady baseline demand.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $15 - $25, PSA 4: $30 - $45, PSA 5: $55 - $75. Note: Centering may result in an (OC) qualifier, lowering value.
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies in similar mid-grade (VG) condition range from $6.00 to $10.00. High-grade PSA 8 copies can reach over $400, but the centering on this specific specimen prevents it from reaching that tier.
Description
This 1972 Topps Ted Hendricks card features the Hall of Fame linebacker during his tenure with the Baltimore Colts. Known as 'The Mad Stork,' Hendricks is depicted in a classic portrait shot framed by the iconic 1972 Topps 'Goal Post' color block design. The card features vibrant pink and orange accents and sharp typography.
Key Features
Features Hall of Fame linebacker Ted Hendricks; Early career card (3rd year); Highly recognizable 1972 Topps design with distinct color blocks; Strong collectible appeal for Colts and Raiders fans.
Authenticity Indicators
Confidence: High. The card stock shows the appropriate gray cardboard texture common to early 70s Topps issues. The ink saturation on the pink text is consistent with period-correct printing. Not a high-risk card for counterfeiting due to moderate market value.
Flaws to Note
Severe centering issues (top-to-bottom) where the bottom border is nearly touching the design; soft corner wear on all four corners; light surface staining/toning on the white borders; potential wax staining on the reverse (common for the era).
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the primary market for vintage football cards of this value level. COMC is an excellent alternative for selling ungraded mid-tier vintage without the hassle of shipping yourself.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading (approx. $20-25) exceeds the likely value increase given the centering and corner wear. Listing as '1972 Topps Ted Hendricks HOF' with clear photos of the front and back is the best approach. Ship in a penny sleeve and top-loader using eBay Standard Envelope for low-cost tracking.