1979 Topps Clarence Davis #439
Clarence Davis · Topps · Base Card
Player
Clarence Davis
Set
1979 Topps Football
Year
1979
Card #
439
Condition Grade
PSA 3-4 (VG to VG-EX) Estimated. Centering is significantly shifted to the right. Corners show visible softening and rounding, particularly at the bottom left. Edges have minor rough-cut fraying characteristic of '79 Topps, and there is a noticeable surface mark/stain in the yellow cartoon box at the bottom.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. Demand is primarily limited to Oakland/Las Vegas Raiders team collectors or those completing a 1979 raw set. Clarence Davis is a respected veteran but not a Hall of Famer.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $8-$12, PSA 5: $15-$20, PSA 6: $25-$35 (Note: Grading fees exceed market value for this specific card in this condition)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies of this card in similar condition range from $0.99 to $2.50 including shipping. PSA 8 copies (much higher grade) typically sell for $15-$25.
Description
Retro 1979 Topps Football card featuring Oakland Raiders running back Clarence Davis. The card reverse features a distinct purple and yellow 'shield' design with comprehensive rushing statistics dating back to 1971. Includes a trivia cartoon noting his 137-yard performance in Super Bowl XI. Classic brown cardboard stock construction produced by Topps Chewing Gum, Inc.
Key Features
Features a key member of the Super Bowl XI champion Oakland Raiders; Includes career stats through the 1978 season; Iconic late-70s Topps design with cartoon trivia.
Authenticity Indicators
High Confidence. The porous cardboard stock, 'D*' print mark on bottom, and specific purple ink bleed are consistent with 1979 production. This is not a commonly counterfeited card due to its low market value.
Flaws to Note
Significant rightward centering shift (approx 80/20); rounded bottom-left corner; edge chipping; surface discoloration/ink spot within the bottom yellow text box; general 'softness' to the card stock consistent with age.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a lot on eBay or Mercari. Individual sale is best suited for COMC (Check Out My Cards) or a local card shop's '50-cent bin'.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the cost of the slab will be 10x higher than the card's value. If listing online, use a clear scan to show the centering. Use keywords like 'Raiders', 'Super Bowl XI', and 'Vintage Football'.