1977 Topps Nelson Munsey #392
Nelson Munsey · Topps · Base
Player
Nelson Munsey
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
392
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) Estimated. The back shows heavy top-to-bottom centering bias (shifted down), soft corners, and edge wear (chipping) particularly on the right side.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche. Demand is primarily limited to 1977 set builders or Baltimore Colts specialist collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $10-15, PSA 6: $18-25, PSA 4: $5-8. (Note: Grading cost exceeds current value).
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $1.00 plus shipping on eBay. Mid-grade PSA copies (PSA 7-8) for common players in this set range from $15-$30, but low-grade commons often go unsold individually.
Description
This is the reverse side of a 1977 Topps Nelson Munsey football card. It features a light brown/grey cardboard stock common for the era, with pink and black ink designs. The reverse details his stats with the Baltimore Colts, biological information, and a 'College Corner' trivia section regarding his time at the University of Wyoming and Hiram Scott College.
Key Features
Vintage 1970s football card; features a member of the 1970s Baltimore Colts defense; classic Topps two-color reverse design.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct card stock grain and fiber density for 1977 Topps; period-accurate ink absorption and typography. This player is not a high-profile target for counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
O/C (Off-center) with the print shifted toward the bottom edge; significant chipping on the right vertical edge; visible corner softening; generic surface aging/toning consistent with 1977 card stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot or cheap 'buy it now'), COMC for slow-burn sales, or Sportlots. Not suitable for major auction houses due to low individual value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the fees will far exceed the market value. Selling as part of a 1977 Topps team set or starter lot is the most effective way to move this card. Use 'Plain White Envelope' (PWE) shipping to keep costs competitive.