1975 Topps Eddie Ray #472
Eddie Ray · Topps · Base
Player
Eddie Ray
Set
1975 Topps Football
Year
1975
Card #
472
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) to PSA 4 (VG-EX). The centering is visibly shifted to the right. Corners show moderate softening and wear. There is noticeable chipping along the edges, common for 1975 vintage stock.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. Eddie Ray is a semi-common player and not a Hall of Fame member. Demand is primarily limited to Atlanta Falcons team collectors or enthusiasts completing the full 1975 Topps set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $10.00 - $15.00, PSA 5: $18.00 - $25.00, PSA 6: $35.00 - $45.00 (Note: Grading cost exceeds potential resale value for this specific card).
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of non-star 1975 Topps football cards in similar mid-grade condition typically range from $0.99 to $2.50. High-grade (PSA 8+) examples can fetch $20+, but this card does not meet that condition threshold.
Description
This is a 1975 Topps Football card featuring Atlanta Falcons Running Back Eddie Ray. The back of the card features a green and black design with career rushing statistics, physical measurements (6'2, 240 lbs), and a short biographical blurb about his 11-touchdown record in 1973. It is printed on standard 1970s gray cardboard stock.
Key Features
Vintage 1970s football card; features player from the Atlanta Falcons and New England Patriots; part of a high-number series; classic Topps two-color back design.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence - Genuine. Includes correct vintage cardboard grain, period-accurate typography, and the '1975 TOPPS CHEWING GUM' copyright line with two asterisks, consistent with authentic printing from that year.
Flaws to Note
Significant rightward centering shift on the reverse; rounded/soft corners; edge chipping; general surface wear consistent with age and typical storage; no major creases visible but card shows overall dullness.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot), COMC, or Sportlots. For a card of this value, selling it individually is difficult due to shipping costs; it is best sold in a 'filler' lot or 'pick-your-player' listing.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fees will be significantly higher than the market value. When listing, use high-resolution scans of both the front and back. Offer it as 'Standard Envelope' shipping to keep costs low for the buyer.