1977 Topps Richard Todd Rookie Card #118
Richard Todd · Topps · Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Richard Todd
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
118
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Corners show significant rounding and softening. Centering is shifted toward the bottom-right. Top edge shows minor chipping. Surface appears to have light foxing/staining typical of brown cardboard stock.
Category
Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low to Moderate. There is niche demand from Jets team collectors, Alabama Crimson Tide alumni collectors, and completionists of the 1977 Topps set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$2.00 - $5.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $8-12, PSA 4: $15-20, PSA 2: $3-5
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for mid-grade copies range from $3 to $7. High-grade PSA 8 copies have sold for $40-60, but this specific card's corner wear excludes it from that price bracket.
Description
This is a 1977 Topps Richard Todd rookie card, number 118, featuring the New York Jets quarterback. The reverse side highlights his college achievements at Alabama and his status as a first-round pick in the 1976 NFL Draft. It features the classic 1970s Topps brown cardboard stock with red and black ink detailing.
Key Features
True rookie card of the New York Jets first-round successor to Joe Namath. Key feature is the 'College Corner' blurb detailing his MVP performance at the 1975 Sugar Bowl while playing for Bear Bryant at Alabama.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence is High. The dot-matrix printing pattern in the red ink and the specific fibrous texture of the 1977 Topps grey/brown cardstock are consistent with period-authentic production. This card is rarely counterfeited due to its modest market value.
Flaws to Note
Corners are moderately rounded with visible white softening. The card is off-center with the bottom margin being much thinner than the top. There is a small nick/chip in the top edge. The brown stock shows characteristic age-related toning.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a buy-it-now with best offer) or COMC. It is also a good 'dollar box' candidate at local card shows or for team-specific Facebook groups.
Selling Tips
In its current condition, the cost of grading ($19+) exceeds the market value of the card. It is best sold 'raw' (ungraded). Use keywords like 'Jets Rookie', 'Roll Tide', and 'Vintage Football'. Ship in a penny sleeve and top-loader via eBay Standard Envelope to keep shipping costs low for the buyer.