1972 Topps Jim O'Brien #56
Jim O'Brien · Topps (T.C.G.) · Base Card / Second Year
Player
Jim O'Brien
Set
1972 Topps Football
Year
1972
Card #
#56
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) to PSA 4 (VG-EX). Centering is heavily shifted to the bottom right. Corners show significant rounding and softening. Edges have visible chipping and burring. Surface shows typical paper aging and toning.
Category
Base Card / Second Year
Manufacturer
Topps (T.C.G.)
Demand Level
Low to Niche. Generally sought by team collectors (Colts) or set builders finishing a 1972 set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $4.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $8-12, PSA 4: $15-20, PSA 5: $25-30
Comparable Sales
Raw copies in similar mid-lower grade recently sell for $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. High-grade PSA 8 examples can reach $50+, but this specific card's condition precludes that tier.
Description
Authentic vintage 1972 Topps football card featuring Jim O'Brien of the Baltimore Colts. This classic early 70s design features a blue border on the back with career statistics and a short biographical blurb highlighting his historic Super Bowl V winning kick. The card back includes the iconic T.C.G. logo and 'PRTD. IN U.S.A.' print.
Key Features
Features the kicker responsible for the game-winning kick in Super Bowl V. Vintage 1972 Topps stock. Part of the highly collectible early 70s football era.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct coarse gray card stock typical of 1972 Topps; authentic halftone printing patterns; consistent aging/patina. High confidence in authenticity; this is not a commonly faked card.
Flaws to Note
Significant centering issues (OC), rounded corners, edge wear/roughness, and general card stock browning (toning). Price and grade are heavily restricted by the lack of sharp corners and poor alignment.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a PWE/Standard Envelope listing), COMC, or in a lot with other 1970s football cards.
Selling Tips
Due to low value, sell as 'Buy It Now' with the eBay Standard Envelope for cheap shipping. Grading is not recommended as the cost of grading exceeds the market value of the card.