1977 Topps Tony Adams #394
Tony Adams · Topps · Base
Player
Tony Adams
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
394
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Centering is slightly off-mid to the left; corners show visible blunting and potential micro-creasing; edges have minor chipping characteristic of 1970s card stock.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Niche - primarily sought by Chiefs team collectors or set builders completing the 1977 Topps NFL run.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $8-12, PSA 6: $15-20, PSA 8: $45-60. Note: Grading costs usually exceed the value of this specific card.
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies of this card range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. High-grade PSA 9 specimens have sold for $100+, but this specific card does not meet that condition threshold.
Description
A vintage 1977 Topps Football card featuring Kansas City Chiefs Quarterback Tony Adams. The card back shown provides Adams' college highlights at Utah State university and his professional stats including his 1974 season in the WFL with Southern California Sun. Features the classic vertical layout with pink and black text on gray cardboard stock.
Key Features
Features a dual-threat history including World Football League (WFL) stats; iconic 1977 Topps design; collectible Chiefs team card.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic. The card exhibits period-accurate gray cardboard stock with 'clay' coating on the reverse, proper ink absorption, and the trademark 1977 Topps copyright line at the bottom. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Softened corners on all four points; centering on the back is shifted slightly toward the left border; minor surface toning consistent with age; typical rough-cut edges common to 1977 Topps.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a 'Buy It Now' with 'Best Offer'), COMC for bulk listing, or via sports card forums and Facebook groups dedicated to vintage football.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the fees will outweigh the market value. Sell it as 'Raw' in a penny sleeve and top-loader. If selling on eBay, use standard envelope shipping for low-cost delivery ($1.12 option) to remain competitive.