1977 Topps Jerome Barkum #254
Jerome Barkum · Topps · Base
Player
Jerome Barkum
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
#254
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Visual assessment shows decent centering for a 1977 issue (approx 65/35), but noticeable soft corners and rough edges consistent with age and handled condition.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche - Most interest comes from New York Jets team set collectors or Jackson State alumni collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $5-8, PSA 6: $10-15, PSA 7: $20-30
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies of this card average between $1.00 and $2.50 including shipping. High-grade PSA 8 or better examples occasionally command $25+, but this specific copy does not meet that condition threshold.
Description
This is a 1977 Topps football card featuring Jerome Barkum of the New York Jets. The card back features a tan cardstock with red and black text, including seasonal receiving records from 1972-1976 and a 'College Corner' bio segment highlighting his career at Jackson State. The design is a classic 70s Topps layout with a small pink football icon containing the card number 254.
Key Features
Includes full professional stats from early career; notable for high-ranking league receiving stats in 1974; Jackson State University pedigree (College Corner feature).
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence (99%+). Card shows vintage gray/tan cardboard stock typical of 1977 Topps production. Micro-printing is sharp and shows no digital pixelation consistent with reprints.
Flaws to Note
Corners show significant softening; edges are fuzzy/rough; there is minor surface wear on the reverse; the centering is shifted slightly towards the right and bottom.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold in a lot on eBay or via a COMC submission. Local card shop bulk bins are also a suitable venue.
Selling Tips
Due to the low value, it is not recommended to grade this card as grading fees will exceed market value. Best used as a 'filler' for a collector finishing a 1977 set. Ship in a cardboard-protected PWE (Plain White Envelope) to minimize shipping costs relative to price.