1971 Topps Mike Reid Rookie Card #67
Mike Reid · Topps (copyrighted as T.C.G.) · Rookie Card (RC), Base
Player
Mike Reid
Set
1971 Topps Football
Year
1971
Card #
67
Condition Grade
PSA 2 (Good) to PSA 3 (VG). Centering is heavily shifted to the top-left (back view). Heavy edge wear, soft/rounded corners, and visible surface scuffing/staining on the reverse.
Category
Rookie Card (RC), Base
Manufacturer
Topps (copyrighted as T.C.G.)
Demand Level
Moderate. Reid has a niche following due to his dual-career success in football and music. The 1971 Topps set is highly collected, but buyers prefer high-grade examples due to the set's fragility.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$3.00 - $8.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $10-15; PSA 3: $18-25; PSA 4: $35-45 (Note: Grading fees currently exceed market value for this condition).
Comparable Sales
Raw copies in similar Mid-to-Low grade typically sell for $4-$7 on eBay. PSA 7 or 8 examples can reach $100+, but this specific card is not a candidate for those grades.
Description
The reverse of a 1971 Topps Mike Reid Rookie Card (#67). This iconic set is known for its black borders on the front which make condition issues highly visible. The back features a blue and green design with biographical data, a short narrative about his transition from Penn State to the Cincinnati Bengals, and a small cartoon noting he played piano with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra.
Key Features
Official Rookie Card of 2-time Pro Bowler and Outland Trophy winner Mike Reid. Reid is uniquely famous for retiring early from the NFL to become a Grammy-winning songwriter and musician.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The cardboard stock shows the correct grey/tan pulp fibers characteristic of 1970s Topps issues. The 'T.C.G.' copyright stamp and 'PRTD IN USA' markings are consistent with authentic prints.
Flaws to Note
Extreme edge chipping, rounded corners, and significant centering issues (top-heavy on the reverse). There is also noticeable foxing/spotting on the light-colored cardboard stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now or small auction) or COMC. It is best sold as part of a lot or to a Cincinnati Bengals team collector.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this specific card; the grading fee will outweigh the final sale price. Use keywords like 'Grammy Winner', 'Penn State', and 'Bengals RC'. Take high-resolution photos of the front black borders as that is what buyers scrutinize most.