1977 Topps Tom DeLeone #283
Tom DeLeone · Topps Chewing Gum, Inc. · Base
Player
Tom DeLeone
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
283
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT). The centering on the back is significantly off-balance toward the top. Corners appear slightly softened, and the typical gray cardboard stock of this era shows minor edge wear.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps Chewing Gum, Inc.
Demand Level
Low/Niche. Demand is limited to specialized Cleveland Browns team collectors or vintage set builders looking for specific high-grade replacements.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $10-15, PSA 7: $20-25, PSA 8: $45-60. Note: Grading costs likely exceed the current market value of this specific card.
Comparable Sales
Recent sales for 1977 Topps common players in similar raw condition generally range from $0.99 to $1.50. PSA 8 examples of this specific card have sold in the $40-50 range in the past 12 months, but lower grades often go unsold or are bundled.
Description
Vintage 1977 Topps Football card #283 featuring Cleveland Browns Center Tom DeLeone. The card back features a distinctive 1970s pink and brown color scheme with a 'College Corner' section highlighting his time at Ohio State University. Includes career bio and biographical stats on a classic matte cardstock.
Key Features
Tom DeLeone was a 2x Pro Bowl Center and a key member of the Cleveland Browns. His cards are popular among Browns team collectors and Ohio State University alumni.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity Confidence: High. The card exhibits the correct 'gray-back' paper stock characteristic of the 1977 Topps set. The printing shows the correct dot matrix pattern on the pink background and sharp black typography. 1977 commons are rarely counterfeited due to low individual market value.
Flaws to Note
The card is off-center (O/C) on the reverse, favoring the top border. There is visible corner rounding on the bottom right and light chipping along the edges consistent with 1977 card stock. The card is for American Football, not Baseball.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold on eBay as a 'Buy It Now' or through COMC (Check Out My Cards). It is also well-suited for 'value bins' at local card shows or as part of a Browns team set on Facebook Marketplace.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card individually as the fees will outweigh the return. When listing, use keywords like 'Vintage Browns', 'Ohio State Buckeyes', and '1977 Topps Football'. Ship in a penny sleeve and top loader; for low-value items, eBay Standard Envelope is the most cost-effective shipping method.