1970 Topps Mark Nordquist rookie #102 Philadelphia Eagles
Mark Nordquist · Topps (©T.C.G.) · Base / Rookie Card
Player
Mark Nordquist
Set
1970 Topps Football
Year
1970
Card #
102
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Centering is leaning left-to-right, visible soft corners with rounding, significant surface paper loss on the reverse text, and edge chipping.
Category
Base / Rookie Card
Manufacturer
Topps (©T.C.G.)
Demand Level
Low - Niche appeal primarily for Philadelphia Eagles team set collectors or master set builders of the 1970 Topps set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $10-15, PSA 3: $18-25, PSA 4: $30-40 (Note: Grading cost exceeds total card value for this specific condition).
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of raw 1970 Topps commons in VG condition typically range from $0.99 to $3.00. High-grade PSA 8 versions of this card sell for $50+, but the damage to this specific card limits it to the bargain bin price range.
Description
This is the back of a 1970 Topps Mark Nordquist rookie card, featuring a classic horizontal reverse design. The layout includes a green biographical box with a 'cartoon' illustration of Mark as a construction superintendent, his college stats from U. of Pacific, and a paragraph detailing his draft status with the Philadelphia Eagles. The card represents a key piece for Eagles team collectors or 1970 set builders.
Key Features
Rookie card of the Eagles' former Center; features the classic 1970 Topps blue and green reverse aesthetic; part of a highly collected vintage football set.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The '©T.C.G. PRTD. IN U.S.A.' mark, the specific grey-brown cardboard stock characteristic of the 1970s, and the age-appropriate natural toning confirm authenticity.
Flaws to Note
There is a significant surface tear/paper loss in the center of the biographical text (words 'and good balance' are partially missing). Corner rounding is evident, and the top-left corner on the back shows minor creasing. Off-center printing is present.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a low-cost 'Buy It Now' with free shipping) or specialized Facebook vintage football card groups.
Selling Tips
Due to the paper loss on the back, this card is best used as a 'filler' for a collector on a budget. Listing it under '1970 Topps Eagles Team Bag' or similar terminology may help it move. Do not grade this card; the grading fee is significantly higher than the final market price.