1977 Topps Football Harry Carson Rookie Card #146
Harry Carson · Topps · Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Harry Carson
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
146
Condition Grade
PSA 2 (Good) / Authentic (Altered). Note significant top-left corner damage, heavy edge wear, and severe centering issues.
Category
Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Being a Hall of Famer, there is always demand for his rookie, but collectors prefer higher-grade copies of this specific card.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $15-20, PSA 3: $25-35, PSA 1 (PR): $8-10. High-grade (PSA 9+) can reach $1,000+, but this card is low-grade.
Comparable Sales
Raw copies in similar worn condition frequently sell for $5 to $10 on eBay. Mid-grade PSA 6 copies typically sell for around $60-80.
Description
This is the true rookie card of Hall of Fame linebacker Harry Carson. The back features a gray cardstock typical of the 1977 Topps set with pink and black text detailing his college achievements at South Carolina State and his draft status. Includes the 'College Corner' blurb at the bottom.
Key Features
Hall of Fame Rookie Card; Harry Carson was a core member of the Big Blue Wrecking Crew; Iconic 1970s Topps design; High historical significance for NY Giants fans.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct gray cardboard stock with vintage fiber texture; Proper copyright logo and 'PRTD. IN U.S.A.' text; Ink bleeding/registration matches 1977 production standards. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
A major tear/crease is visible on the top-left corner. The card is significantly off-center (heavy to the bottom-right). Extensive silvering and chipping on the edges. Possible surface staining on the gray stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as an auction or low Buy-It-Now), Facebook Sports Card groups, or as part of a vintage New York Giants lot.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card. The grading fee would exceed the value of the card given the visible damage. List it as 'Harry Carson 1977 Topps RC #146 Hall of Fame' and provide clear photos of both sides.