1975 Topps Ken Mendenhall #274
Ken Mendenhall · Topps Chewing Gum, Inc. · Base
Player
Ken Mendenhall
Set
1975 Topps Football
Year
1975
Card #
#274
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (Excellent) / PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Estimated
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps Chewing Gum, Inc.
Demand Level
Low / Niche
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $10-15, PSA 6: $15-25, PSA 7: $35-45 (Note: Grading costs generally exceed card value)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw commons from the 1975 Topps Football set range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. Graded examples of common players in mid-grades rarely sell for more than $20.
Description
This is a 1975 Topps Football card featuring Ken Mendenhall, center for the Baltimore Colts. The reverse side (as shown) features a green and grey design with player statistics, a short biographical paragraph highlighting his All-American status at the University of Oklahoma, and a graphic of a football goalpost. The bottom text includes the 1975 Topps copyright.
Key Features
Vintage 1970s Topps football card; depicts a Baltimore Colts starter and former University of Oklahoma standout.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct grey cardstock typical of mid-70s Topps; printing features the distinct 'broken' ink patterns and star notation (**) next to the copyright common for this set’s production runs. High confidence in authenticity.
Flaws to Note
Vertical centering is slightly shifted towards the bottom. Corners show minor softening. Edges show slight rough-cut common for the era but generally clean. Surface appears free of major staining or wax marks on the reverse side shown.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay, COMC (Check Out My Cards), or as part of a lot at local card shows.
Selling Tips
This card does not warrant the cost of professional grading as it is a common player. It is best sold as part of a team set (Colts) or a complete 1975 Topps set build. If listing individually, use keywords like 'Vintage Colts,' 'Oklahoma Sooners,' and '1975 Topps.'