1974 Topps Football Al Nelson #73
Al Nelson · Topps (marked T.C.G.) · Base Card
Player
Al Nelson
Set
1974 Topps Football Base Set
Year
1974
Card #
73
Condition Grade
PSA 4 (VG-EX) to PSA 5 (EX)
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Topps (marked T.C.G.)
Demand Level
Niche; mainly sought by Philadelphia Eagles team collectors or individuals completing a 1974 Topps set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $15-20, PSA 6: $25-30, PSA 7: $45-60
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of raw 1974 Topps common players in similar condition typically range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. Graded PSA 8 examples of this specific card have sold in the $30-$40 range.
Description
This is a 1974 Topps Al Nelson card #73 featuring the back side details. The back showcases a mustard-yellow and gray color scheme with a cartoon of Al playing the French Horn. It includes his career stats through the 1973 season and a 'Football Game' interactive play section at the bottom indicating a '3 YARD GAIN'.
Key Features
Vintage 1970s football card; notable for mentioning his NFL record 101-yard missed field goal return; part of the popular 1974 Topps set known for its 'Football Game' back designs.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence; features the correct '* © T.C.G. PRTD. IN U.S.A.' copyright line; period-accurate matte gray cardstock; correct typography and ink absorption characteristics for mid-70s Topps.
Flaws to Note
Visible softening on all four corners; centering is shifted slightly to the left on the reverse; minor surface speckling and typical vintage gray cardstock toning; potential for edge chipping on the front side not visible here.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a 'Buy It Now' with Best Offer), COMC for long-term consignment, or Sportlots for set-fillers.
Selling Tips
This card is likely not worth the cost of grading unless it is in pristine (PSA 8+) condition. For a raw sale, include high-resolution scans of both front and back. Use keywords like 'Vintage Eagles' and 'Set Filler'. Ships easily in a standard PWE (Plain White Envelope) with a semi-rigid loader to save on costs.