1977 Topps Lydell Mitchell #370
Lydell Mitchell · Topps · Base
Player
Lydell Mitchell
Set
1977 Topps (Football)
Year
1977
Card #
370
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) Estimated. The back shows centering tilted heavily toward the top-right. Corners appear relatively sharp for the age, but surface grain and stock aging suggest an Excellent-Mint ceiling.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. Lydell Mitchell is a respected player of his era but does not command extreme demand outside of Baltimore Colts team collectors or Penn State alumni.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $8-12, PSA 6: $15-22, PSA 7: $30-45. (Grading costs generally exceed market value for this specific card.)
Comparable Sales
Recent raw copies of this card have sold for $0.99 to $2.50. PSA 8 graded copies typically sell for $50-60, but this specific card’s centering would likely prevent such a grade.
Description
A well-preserved back-view of the 1977 Topps Lydell Mitchell card. The reverse features his 'Rushing Record' from 1972-1976 with the Baltimore Colts and biographical information including his Penn State college background. The card highlights his status as an NFL pass-receiving champion in 1974.
Key Features
Features a 3-time Pro Bowl running back; classic 1977 Topps design; detailed college and pro stats summary.
Authenticity Indicators
Genuine cardboard stock typical of the late 70s; '1977 Topps Chewing Gum, Inc.' copyright line at the bottom; authentic color bleeding in the red ink. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant centering issues on the reverse (top-heavy); minor corner softening on the bottom-right; characteristic 1970s gray card stock showing slight age discoloration.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now), COMC, or part of a bulk vintage football lot on Facebook Marketplace.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the cost of grading ($15+) will be higher than the card's likely market value. If selling on eBay, use high-resolution scans of both front and back. List as part of a 1970s football lot to maximize shipping efficiency.