1977 Topps Tony Adams #394
Tony Adams · Topps · Base
Player
Tony Adams
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
394
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT). The centering on the back is significantly off toward the top and right. Corners show slight softening, and the cardboard stock exhibits typical 1977 era toning.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche. Primarily sought by team collectors (Chiefs), Utah State alumni, or set builders working on the 1977 Topps master set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $1.50
Graded Value
PSA 6: $5-10, PSA 7: $12-18, PSA 8: $30-45. Grading is not recommended as fees exceed the card's value.
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of raw 1977 commons for non-stars range from $0.25 to $1.25. High-grade PSA 9 examples of this card occasionally sell for $60-80, but this specific card does not meet that condition threshold.
Description
This is a 1977 Topps Football card featuring Kansas City Chiefs Quarterback Tony Adams. The back features a pink and brown color scheme with detailed passing records from 1974-1976, including his time in the World Football League. It includes personal data and the 'College Corner' segment highlighting his time at Utah State.
Key Features
Includes rare World Football League stats for the Southern California Sun; featured in the 'College Corner' subset layout; representative of the classic 1977 Topps design style.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity Confidence: High. Correct matte cardboard stock typical of the late 70s; proper 'dot pattern' printing in the pink areas; correct double-asterisk trademark line at bottom left.
Flaws to Note
Obvious centering issues on the reverse side (shifted top-right); minor edge wear; typical vintage cardboard aging/foxing on the back surface; very slight corner blunting.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a 'Buy It Now' with low shipping), COMC, or in bulk lots of 1970s football cards. This card is best sold as part of a team set or a larger vintage lot.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the return on investment will be negative. Use '1977 Topps Tony Adams Chiefs #394' in the title. Ship in a penny sleeve and top-loader using eBay Standard Envelope for under $1.00 to keep the price competitive for buyers.