1971 Topps Royce Berry #116
Royce Berry · Topps · Base
Player
Royce Berry
Set
1971 Topps Football
Year
1971
Card #
#116
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) or PSA 4 (VG-EX). The card is heavily off-center (O/C) toward the right border. Top-left corner shows visible softening/rounding, and bottom-right edge has a minor nick. Surface appears generally clean but standard for the age.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Niche/Low. Interest is primarily from Cincinnati Bengals team collectors or those attempting to complete a full 1971 Topps set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $8-12, PSA 4: $14-18, PSA 5: $20-25. Note: Grading fees likely exceed the total value of this specific card.
Comparable Sales
Raw 'common' cards from the 1971 Topps set in similar off-center condition typically sell for $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping on eBay. Graded PSA 7 or 8 examples of this specific player might reach $30-50, but this specimen does not meet that condition threshold.
Description
Authentic 1971 Topps Royce Berry card featuring the iconic vintage design with a player portrait in an oval frame, a purple name banner, and a football icon denoting his position as Defensive End for the Cincinnati Bengals.
Key Features
Vintage 1970s football card; early career card for a long-time member of the Bengals organization; classic 1971 Topps design which is highly sensitive to condition due to the fragile nature of the black borders on the card backs (not shown but typical of the set).
Authenticity Indicators
Confidence: High. The lithographic dot pattern is consistent with early 70s Topps printing. The paper stock shows the correct grey/tan pulp texture expected for the era. Not a commonly faked card as it is a common player.
Flaws to Note
Significant centering issues with the right border being much narrower than the left (approx 80/20 centering). Softened corners, specifically the upper left corner. Visible wear on the bottom edge near the right side.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now/Low starting auction) or COMC. It would also sell well in a 'pick-your-card' vintage common lot or a local card show dollar bin.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the cost of the slab will be higher than the market value of the card. List it with high-resolution scans of both the front and back. Use a penny sleeve and top-loader for protection even for lower-value vintage.