1977 Topps Tom Mullen #483
Tom Mullen · Topps · Base
Player
Tom Mullen
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
483
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Centered slightly T/B with visible corner softening and common rough-cut edges characteristic of mid-70s Topps.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche. Tom Mullen was a solid offensive lineman but is not a Hall of Famer. Demand is primarily from set builders or Giants team collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $5-10, PSA 7: $15-25, PSA 8: $40-60
Comparable Sales
Recent sales for common players from the 1977 Topps set in raw mid-grade condition typically range from $0.99 to $2.50. High-grade (PSA 9/10) examples of commons can reach $50+, but this card does not appear to meet that condition threshold.
Description
This is the reverse side of card #483 featuring Tom Mullen of the N.Y. Giants. The 1977 design features a gray cardstock back with pink/red and black ink. It includes biography details, a 'College Corner' section highlighting his time at S.W. Missouri State U., and career milestones including his All-NFL Rookie Team selection.
Key Features
Vintage 1970s New York Giants player card. Includes 'College Corner' subset info. Notable for Mullen's 'Moon' nickname mentioned in the bio.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The gray pulp cardstock, specific dot-matrix printing patterns in the red sections, and the iconic copyright line ('© 1977 TOPPS CHEWING GUM, INC.') are consistent with authentic 1977 Topps production.
Flaws to Note
Corners show moderate softening and wear. The top edge has significant rough fiber fraying (typical of the era's cutting style but affects surface appeal). No creases visible, but the card stock is showing natural aging/toning.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot or low-cost BIN), COMC, or Sportlots. For a card of this value, local card shop bulk bins are also appropriate.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading ($19+) far exceeds the market value of a PSA 5 or 6. List it as '1977 Topps Tom Mullen Giants #483' and use a standard white envelope (PWE) for shipping to keep costs low for collectors.