1977 Topps Prentice McCray #272
Prentice McCray · Topps Chewing Gum, Inc. · Base
Player
Prentice McCray
Set
1977 Topps Football Base Set
Year
1977
Card #
272
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering is slightly heavy toward the top and right; corners show minimal wear but are not sharp; edges appear clean; surface shows typical 70s cardboard grain.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps Chewing Gum, Inc.
Demand Level
Low - This is a common card of a non-Hall of Fame player primarily sought by team set collectors or set completionists.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $5-10; PSA 7: $15-25; PSA 8: $40-60
Comparable Sales
Recent sales for 1977 Topps commons range from $0.25 to $1.50 plus shipping. Graded PSA 8 examples of similar commons typically sell for $30-$50, but usually only for star players.
Description
This is the reverse side of a 1977 Topps football card featuring New England Patriots Safety Prentice McCray. The back is printed on classic brown cardboard stock with pink and black ink. It includes McCray's physical stats, 'Interception Record' table, and a 'College Corner' biographical snippet detailing his time at Arizona State University. The card number 272 is clearly visible in a football-shaped graphic in the upper left corner.
Key Features
Features a member of the 1970s New England Patriots; classic 1977 Topps design; collectible for team set builders or ASU alumni collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The 'sunburst' or grainy texture of the cardboard stock is consistent with 1977 Topps production. The typeface for 'PRTD. IN U.S.A.' and the copyright symbol match known authentic samples.
Flaws to Note
The card is off-center (O/C) toward the top and right side. There is slight softening on the bottom left corner. The brown cardboard stock is prone to light toning or 'wax stains' which can occur on the front side of this year's set.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a team lot or as a single), COMC, or Sportlots. It is best sold as part of a New England Patriots team set lot to maximize interest.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading ($19+) far exceeds the market value for this specific player. List it with the keywords '1977 Topps Patriots' and 'ASU Football' to capture niche collectors. Use a penny sleeve and top-loader for shipping.