1977 Topps John Dutton #410
John Dutton · Topps · Base
Player
John Dutton
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
410
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT). The centering on the reverse appears slightly shifted towards the bottom. The corners show minor softening, and the cardboard stock has characteristic 1970s toning. Edges look relatively clean for the era.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Niche/Low. While Dutton was a highly respected player, he is not a Hall of Famer, meaning demand is primarily driven by Colts team collectors or those completing the 1977 Topps set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $5-10, PSA 7: $12-18, PSA 8: $25-35
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for common stars from this set range from $0.99 to $3.00. High-grade PSA 9 examples of this specific card have historically reached $50+, but mid-grade examples remain very affordable.
Description
Featured here is the reverse side of card #410 from the 1977 Topps Football set, depicting Baltimore Colts Defensive End John Dutton. The back features a pink-and-black color scheme on vintage gray cardstock, detailing his college career at Nebraska and his early NFL accolades including 1974 All-Rookie team honors and 1976 All-Pro recognition. The 'College Corner' section at the bottom highlights his track and field accomplishments in the discus.
Key Features
Features a 3-time Pro Bowler and former 5th overall draft pick. This 1977 set is known for its iconic design and was produced during the height of Dutton's career with the Baltimore Colts.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence is High. The card features the correct period-accurate 'T.C.G.' copyright line at the bottom, the appropriate fibrous gray cardstock typical of late-70s Topps, and authentic dot-matrix printing patterns in the pink ink.
Flaws to Note
A notable print dot is visible near the top left bullet point. There is slight corner wear on all four edges. The centering is favorited toward the bottom-right on the reverse face.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold on eBay as a 'Buy It Now' with a Best Offer option, or through COMC (Check Out My Cards) for long-term set-filler inventory. It could also be sold in a bulk lot of 1977 Topps football cards.
Selling Tips
Due to the low value, it is not recommended to grade this card as grading fees will exceed the market value. When listing, mention 'Baltimore Colts' and 'Nebraska Cornhuskers' to attract team-specific collectors. Use a penny sleeve and top-loader for shipping.