1977 Topps Eric Torkelson #434
Eric Torkelson · Topps Chewing Gum, Inc. · Base
Player
Eric Torkelson
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
#434
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX). Centering is notably shifted toward the top-right. Corners show visible softening and wear. Surface shows fibrous age consistency but some minor staining.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps Chewing Gum, Inc.
Demand Level
Niche. Primarily sought by Green Bay Packers team set builders and 1977 Topps master set collectors. Low individual player demand as Torkelson was a role player.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $8-12, PSA 6: $15-20, PSA 8: $45-60
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of raw commons from this set average $0.50 to $1.50 plus shipping. PSA 8 examples of similar commons typically sell for $30-40, though higher for marquee names.
Description
Authentic vintage 1977 Topps football card featuring Green Bay Packers running back Eric Torkelson. The reverse showcases his rushing records from 1974-1976 and highlights his status as the surprise of the Packers 1974 rookie crop. Classic pink and black text on gray card stock.
Key Features
Vintage 1970s Green Bay Packers collectable; full career stats up to 1976; notable for being a piece of Packers franchise history from the dark period of the late 70s.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Authentic Topps gray fibrous card stock. Correct two-star (**) copyright line with 'PRTD. IN U.S.A.' consistent with the 1977 print run. Visible printing ink bleed typical of the era.
Flaws to Note
Significant top-to-bottom off-centering on the reverse. Bottom left and top left corners show rounding. Significant edge fraying on the right side. Gray stock shows some light spotting/foxing.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now), COMC (Check Out My Cards), or specialized Green Bay Packers memorabilia groups on Facebook.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading significantly exceeds the market value. Selling as part of a Packers team lot or a 1977 set lot would be the most effective way to move this item. Use 'PWE' (Plain White Envelope) shipping to keep costs low for the buyer.