1973 Topps Passing Leaders Norm Snead / Earl Morrall #62
Norm Snead, Earl Morrall · Topps · Base Leader Card
Player
Norm Snead, Earl Morrall
Set
1973 Topps Football Base
Year
1973
Card #
#62
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Centering is significantly off-top (roughly 85/15), corners show visible softening and whitening, edges have slight chipping, and there are visible surface marks/scuffs.
Category
Base Leader Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low to Moderate; primarily desired by set builders or Dolphins/Giants franchise fans.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$2.00 - $5.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $8-12, PSA 3: $15-20, PSA 4: $25-30
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this card in similar mid-to-low grade condition range from $1.50 to $4.00 plus shipping. PSA 7 copies typically sell for around $40-50, but the centering on this specimen prevents it from reaching a high grade.
Description
A classic 1973 Topps Football card featuring the 1972 NFL Passing Leaders. This landscape-oriented card features portraits of New York Giants quarterback Norm Snead (NFC) and Miami Dolphins legend Earl Morrall (AFC). The card uses the iconic 1973 design with bold blocks of color and pennant-style nameplates.
Key Features
Includes Earl Morrall, a key figure in the Dolphins 1972 Perfect Season; features the unique 1973 Topps geometric design; dual-player leader card format which is popular with team collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct card stock texture for the era; appropriate color registration and dot pattern; vintage cardboard scent. Confidence: High. This is not a commonly faked card.
Flaws to Note
Extreme top-heavy centering (OC), rounded corners especially at the top-left and bottom-right, visible surface wear in the white border areas, and minor edge roughness.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now or low starting auction) or COMC. Also suitable for a discount bin at a local card show.
Selling Tips
Grading is NOT recommended as the cost of grading significantly exceeds the market value of a PSA 3. List with clear photos of the back to verify it is free of marks or paper loss. Use '1972 Leaders' and 'Miami Dolphins Perfect Season' in your keywords.