1977 Topps Vern Holland #391
Vern Holland · Topps · Base
Player
Vern Holland
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
391
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering appears slightly off top-to-bottom on the reverse, corners show some minor softening and visible white wear, and edges have standard 1970s rough-cut wear.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Niche/Low - Primary demand comes from Bengals team collectors or enthusiasts finishing the 1977 Topps master set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $8-12, PSA 7: $15-25, PSA 8: $40-60
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies of this card typically range from $0.99 to $1.99 plus shipping. Graded PSA 8 copies have historically sold for under $50, with very little recent movement for lower grades.
Description
A classic 1977 Topps football card featuring Cincinnati Bengals offensive tackle Vern Holland. The reverse side features the iconic purple/maroon and gray color scheme of the 1977 set, including the 'College Corner' biographical section and stats about his recovery from injury and his tenure at Tennessee State. This card is a must-have for Bengals team set builders or 1977 set completionists.
Key Features
Features a former 1st round draft pick; representative of the popular 1977 Topps design; includes 'College Corner' subset information; significant 1970s Bengals tackle.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence is High. The card shows correct 1977 Topps card stock texture, period-accurate letter-press printing for the back, and no signs of common modern reproduction techniques. This card is not commonly counterfeited due to its low market value.
Flaws to Note
Visible corner wear on the bottom right and top right; top-to-bottom centering is slightly heavy toward the bottom; common 1970s card stock toning (browning/oxidation) is present.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a low-cost 'Buy It Now' with 'Standard Envelope for Trading Cards'), COMC (Check Out My Cards), or trade at a local card show in the Cincinnati area.
Selling Tips
Due to the high cost of grading ($19+) vs. the low market value of this specific player, this card should be sold 'Raw' (ungraded). Use '1977 Topps Bengals #391' in the title. For better returns, bundle this card into a 1977 Bengals team set lot.