1977 Topps Mike Sensibaugh #41
Mike Sensibaugh · Topps · Base
Player
Mike Sensibaugh
Set
1977 Topps Football Base Set
Year
1977
Card #
41
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (NM) - Centering is slightly off-top to bottom, edges show minor chipping characteristic of 1970s stock, and bottom left corner has slight softening.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - This is a common card of a non-Hall of Fame player. Demand is primarily driven by team collectors (Chiefs/Cardinals) or Ohio State completionists.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.50
Graded Value
PSA 7: $10 - $15, PSA 8: $25 - $35, PSA 9: $75 - $100
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for approximately $1.00 plus shipping. PSA 8 examples have historically sold in the $25-$30 range, though frequency of sales is very low.
Description
1977 Topps Football card featuring safety Mike Sensibaugh of the St. Louis Cardinals. The card reverse features a pink and black color scheme with a 'College Corner' highlight for Ohio State University and detailed career interception statistics spanning from 1971-1976. Printed in U.S.A. on classic grey cardboard stock.
Key Features
Features a notable safety from the 1970s Chiefs and Cardinals; includes Ohio State collegiate pedigree 'College Corner' subset graphic; classic 1977 Topps design.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic grey card stock thickness; correct copyright text for 1977 Topps Chewing Gum Inc.; natural fiber patterns visible on the reverse. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Bottom centering is narrow compared to the top margin; tiny bits of white showing on bottom corners; minor rough cut on right edge which is common for the year.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a budget PWE listing), COMC, or Sportlots. This card is best sold in a 'pick your card' multi-listing or as part of a team set.
Selling Tips
Due to the low value, it is not recommended to grade this card unless it is for personal collection or a registry set. Use eBay Standard Envelope for cheap shipping to provide the best value to the buyer.