1977 Topps Willie Buchanon #402
Willie Buchanon · Topps Chewing Gum, Inc. · Base
Player
Willie Buchanon
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
#402
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX). Centering is moderately off (right-leaning), edges show light chipping and corner softening is visible (particularly bottom right). Surface appears clean but matte on heritage cardstock.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps Chewing Gum, Inc.
Demand Level
Low. Demand is primarily from Packers team set collectors or 1977 master set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $10-15, PSA 5: $15-20, PSA 6: $25-30
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies of this card in similar condition range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. Mid-grade PSA copies (PSA 6-7) rarely exceed $25-35.
Description
This 1977 Topps Willie Buchanon football card features the Green Bay Packers cornerback. The card back includes his 'Interception Record' through 1976, biographical data, and a 'College Corner' blurb highlighting his time at San Diego State University. The card stock is the classic 1970s grey/tan cardboard with pink/purple and black ink accents.
Key Features
Features a Packers icon and 3x Pro-Bowler; 1972 NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year; classic vintage Topps cardstock and design.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence is High. Indicators include the correct 1977 reddish-purple ink, porous cardboard stock, and the specific 'PRTD. IN U.S.A.' copyright line of original Topps production. This is not a frequently counterfeited card.
Flaws to Note
Significant right-side centering bias; visible wear on corners particularly the bottom right tip; slight rough cut on the right edge common for the era; standard cardboard aging/toning.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now), COMC for long-term consignment, or as part of a Packers team lot at local card shows.
Selling Tips
Due to low value, grading is not recommended as fees will exceed card value. Sell as a 'raw' vintage card. Use thick penny sleeves and a top loader. Use high-resolution scans or photos of both front and back.