1979 Topps Charlie Joiner #419
Charlie Joiner · Topps · Base / Hall of Fame
Player
Charlie Joiner
Set
1979 Topps Football
Year
1979
Card #
#419
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Centering is significantly off-top to bottom on reverse, visible edge wear, and corner softening.
Category
Base / Hall of Fame
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low to Moderate - Primarily of interest to Chargers team collectors or HOF set builders. Low individual value prevents high liquidity.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $8-12, PSA 6: $15-20, PSA 8: $45-60
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $1-$3 plus shipping. PSA 7 copies have recently sold for approximately $25-30, while PSA 9s can reach $150+ due to set registry competition.
Description
1979 Topps football card featuring Hall of Fame wide receiver Charlie Joiner of the San Diego Chargers. The back features a mustard-yellow and purple color scheme with comprehensive stats and a cartoon illustration, displaying a copyright for 1979 Topps Chewing Gum, Inc.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player; detailed career statistics up to 1978; vintage cardboard stock; classic Topps design.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence; typical 1979 Topps grainy card stock texture; registration/ink patterns match known 1979 print runs; natural aging of paper fiber.
Flaws to Note
Significant top-to-bottom centering bias on the reverse; softening and rounding at all four corners; light chipping/wear along the edges; surface appears slightly dull due to oxidation of the card stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now), COMC, or as part of a lot at a local card show.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading ($19+) exceeds its market value. Sell it raw, accurately describing the centering. Use a penny sleeve and top loader for protection.