1975 Topps Bob Trumpy #154 Cincinnati Bengals
Bob Trumpy · Topps · Base
Player
Bob Trumpy
Set
1975 Topps Football Base Set
Year
1975
Card #
#154
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) to PSA 4 (VG-EX). The card is heavily off-center (Right to Left orientation), has soft, slightly rounded corners, and visible edge wear including some minor chipping on the top right edge. There is also evidence of surface wear and potential light staining/foxing on the white borders.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche. Demand is primarily from Bengals team collectors or those attempting to complete the 1975 Topps master set. Bob Trumpy is respected in Cincinnati but is not a Hall of Fame tier player that drives significant market volume.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $8-12, PSA 4: $15-20, PSA 5: $25-30. Note that grading cost would exceed the value of the card at these grades.
Comparable Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade raw copies of this card have ranged between $0.99 and $2.50. PSA 7 copies typically sell for around $35-45, but this specific card would not reach that tier due to centering and corner wear.
Description
A vintage 1975 Topps Bob Trumpy card featuring the Bengals Pro Bowl Tight End. This card utilizes the iconic 1975 multi-colored banner design with pink and blue headers. The photo is a close-up portrait of Trumpy without his helmet. The reverse features career stats up to the 1974 season and a 'Pro Football Quiz'.
Key Features
Features a 4-time Pro Bowler and Bengals personality Bob Trumpy; Part of a highly collected vintage set known for its colorful borders; Includes 1974 season statistics.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence in authenticity. Card stock shows appropriate age-related toning/browning on the back; Printing uses the standard 1975 Topps 'dotted' lithography process; Design colors match known original press runs. Low risk of counterfeiting for this specific player.
Flaws to Note
Significant centering issues (shifted towards the left border); Rounded corners with visible white showing (soft corners); Minor edge dings; Subtle surface discoloration on the top border.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now or part of a lot) or COMC (Check Out My Cards). Local Cincinnati card shows or Facebook groups dedicated to vintage football cards or Bengals memorabilia.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the cost of the slab will outweigh the market value. Group it with other 1970s Bengals cards to increase appeal. Use high-resolution scans of both front and back. Mention his Pro Bowl years to attract team historians.