1977 Topps Greg Buttle Rookie Card #186
Greg Buttle · Topps · Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Greg Buttle
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
186
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Centering is significantly off-side (approx 80/20 top-to-bottom), corners show softening/wear, and edges appear slightly fuzzy. Surface appears clean but the grey cardstock is prone to minor foxing.
Category
Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche - Buttle is a regional New York Jets team favorite and a Penn State legend, but lacks the Hall of Fame status required for high national demand.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $8-12, PSA 6: $15-20, PSA 8: $45-60
Comparable Sales
Recent raw copies of this card typically sell for $1.00 to $2.50. High-grade (PSA 8 or higher) specimens can reach $40+, but centered copies are rare for this specific number in the set.
Description
This is the 1977 Topps rookie card of New York Jets linebacker Greg Buttle. The reverse side (shown) features a classic 1977 design with brown and pink accents, containing a 'College Corner' blurb detailing his Penn State career and his 1976 NFL draft status. The card stock is the traditional grey vintage cardboard of the era.
Key Features
Official Rookie Card of the former Penn State standout and New York Jets fan favorite. Notable for its inclusion in the iconic 1977 Topps set, which is heavily collected for its design and star-studded rookie class.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence is High. The card shows correct 1977 Topps typography, the 'PRTD. IN U.S.A.' copyright line, and period-accurate ink absorption on the fibrous grey cardstock. This card is not commonly counterfeited.
Flaws to Note
Significant top-to-bottom centering issues (bottom border is much thicker than the top). Corner wear is visible, particularly on the bottom right. The grey cardboard stock shows typical vintage aging.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for a single card like this, targeting Jets team collectors or Penn State alumni. It could also be sold as part of a 1977 Topps set-building lot.
Selling Tips
Due to the centering flaws and commonality of this card, grading is not recommended as fees will exceed the card's value. List as '1977 Topps Greg Buttle RC #186 Jets'. Ships best via eBay Standard Envelope ($0.60 - $1.00) to keep costs low for the buyer.