1977 Topps Football Vern Den Herder #233
Vern Den Herder · Topps Chewing Gum, Inc. · Base
Player
Vern Den Herder
Set
1977 Topps Football (Base)
Year
1977
Card #
233
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) or PSA 7 (Near Mint)
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps Chewing Gum, Inc.
Demand Level
Niche
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $15-25, PSA 8: $40-60, PSA 9: $150-250
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $0.99 to $2.50. Graded PSA 8 examples typically sell for under $50, while the rare PSA 9 can reach over $150 due to registry collectors.
Description
A classic 1977 Topps football card featuring Dolphins defensive end Vern Den Herder. The back of the card features a distinctive tan/gray chipboard stock with pink and black printing, including a 'College Corner' biographical section and career highlights from the 1976 season.
Key Features
Features a key member of the 1972 'Perfect Season' Dolphins; popular 1977 design; vintage cardboard stock; includes college statistics from Central College Pella, Iowa.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct tan card stock characteristic of 1977 Topps issues; '1977 TOPPS CHEWING GUM, INC PRTD IN U.S.A.' copyright at bottom; era-appropriate ink absorption into the cardboard. High confidence in authenticity.
Flaws to Note
Corners show slight softness; centering is noticeably shifted toward the top and right; minor edge wear and surface flecks (typical of the era's recycled stock).
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a 'Buy It Now' for team collectors), COMC, or Sportlots. This is a common card often used to complete vintage sets.
Selling Tips
Due to low raw value, this card is best sold in a 'Miami Dolphins Team Lot' or as part of a 1977 Topps set builder lot. Grading is not recommended unless it is a flawless PSA 10 candidate, as grading fees far exceed the card's value.