1977 Topps Jim Willoughby #383
Jim Willoughby · Topps · Base
Player
Jim Willoughby
Set
1977 Topps Base Set
Year
1977
Card #
#383
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Centering is significantly shifted to the right (approx 70/30). Top-right corner shows visible whitening/softening. Surface appears largely clean but standard for the era.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - Specific to Boston Red Sox team collectors or 1977 set builders. Jim Willoughby is not a Hall of Fame candidate, which limits general market demand.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $8-12, PSA 6: $15-20, PSA 7: $25-35 (Note: Grading costs exceed current market value)
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of raw commons from 1977 Topps range from $0.25 to $1.50 plus shipping. Graded PSA 8 examples of this specific card have sold for $20-$30, but lower grades rarely trade due to low liquidity.
Description
Authentic 1977 Topps Jim Willoughby card featuring a classic action-style portrait of the Red Sox pitcher. The card features the signature 1977 design with a colorful player silhouette in the bottom left corner and bold block lettering for the team name.
Key Features
Features a member of the iconic 1970s Boston Red Sox; standard example of the highly collectible 1977 Topps design; great for team set or master set collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
Genuine cardboard stock typical of the late 1970s; correct color registration and half-tone dot patterns; standard factory cut edges. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant right-side centering bias; noticeable corner wear on the top-right and bottom-right edges; slight surface scuffing visible in the dark background area of the stadium shot.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for eBay as a 'Buy It Now' with a low shipping cost, or sold as part of a 1977 Topps Red Sox team set lot. Also good for COMC (Check Out My Cards) for set-builders.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading will far exceed the card's final value. Use a penny sleeve and top loader for protection. List with keywords like '1977 Topps', 'Red Sox', and 'Set Filler' to attract builders.