1974 Topps Doug Wilkerson #44
Doug Wilkerson · Topps · Base
Player
Doug Wilkerson
Set
1974 Topps
Year
1974
Card #
44
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Centering is significantly off-top to bottom, corners show visible softening and rounding, and there is noticeable edge wear and possible localized surface creasing.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Niche - Primarily collected by Chargers team set collectors or 1974 Topps set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $5-8, PSA 3: $10-15, PSA 4: $18-25 (Note: Grading costs exceed current card value).
Comparable Sales
Recent raw copies of mid-grade 1974 Topps commons typically sell for $0.99 to $1.99 on eBay. High-grade PSA 8 or better examples of star players from this set command premiums, but common offensive linemen stay low.
Description
This is a 1974 Topps football card featuring San Diego Chargers guard Doug Wilkerson. The card back features a green and gray design with a goalie post graphic supporting the player's bio and collegiate achievements. Notable text includes his status as a 1st round draft pick in 1970 and his All-NAIA honors at N.C. Central.
Key Features
Features a 3x Pro Bowl offensive lineman; iconic 1974 Topps horizontal/goalpost back design; early career card for a Chargers Hall of Fame nominee.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic grey cardstock (typical of mid-70s Topps); correct font and ink bleeding patterns; copyright 1974 Topps Chewing Gum Inc. visible at bottom left. High confidence.
Flaws to Note
O/C (Off-Center) printing with very thin bottom border; softened and delaminating corners; rough edges; general age-related surface wear and light staining.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for eBay as a 'Buy It Now' with 'Best Offer' or as part of a lot of 1970s football cards. Local card shop bulk bins.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the fees far outweigh the market value. Provide a scan of both front and back. Use 'PWE' (Plain White Envelope) shipping for $1-1.50 to keep the total cost attractive for set builders.