1977 Topps Jim Laslavic #318
Jim Laslavic · Topps · Base
Player
Jim Laslavic
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
#318
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Centering is significantly off-top to bottom/left to right based on the back alignment. Corners show visible whitening/wear and the bottom right corner appears soft. Edges show minor chipping common for 1970s gray cardstock.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche. Demand is primarily from set builders completing the 1977 Topps set or Penn State/Detroit Lions team collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $5-10, PSA 6: $12-18, PSA 4: $2-4. Grading this card is not economically viable as the cost of grading exceeds the market value.
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of common 1977 Topps football cards in mid-grade raw condition range from $0.50 to $1.50 plus shipping. Graded PSA 8 examples of this specific card rarely sell for more than $20-25.
Description
This is a 1977 Topps football card featuring Jim Laslavic, middle linebacker for the Detroit Lions. The back of the card features a distinctive 1977 design with a pink/red and black color scheme on gray cardboard stock. It includes his 1973-1976 interception records, a biographical blurb mentioning his 'College Corner' at Penn State University, and his vital stats.
Key Features
Vintage 1970s Lions card; features 'College Corner' subset information on the reverse; gray back cardboard stock typical of the era.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence: High. The card shows correct 1977 Topps 'rough cut' edges, period-accurate gray pulp cardstock, and era-specific ink absorption. Not a commonly counterfeited card due to low market value.
Flaws to Note
Obvious centering issues on the reverse (miscut toward the top); corner wear and rounding visible on all four corners; minor surface edge chipping; cardstock shows natural aging/browning.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a bulk vintage lot on eBay, or at a local card show in a 'quarter box.' Individual sale is not recommended due to shipping costs/fees.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card. To maximize value, list it as part of a 1977 Topps team set or starter lot. If listing individually, use 'Standard Envelope' for cheap shipping to keep the total price attractive to set collectors.