1981 Topps Jim LeClair #416
Jim LeClair · Topps · Base
Player
Jim LeClair
Set
1981 Topps
Year
1981
Card #
#416
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT). The centering is heavily shifted to the left (approx 75/25). Corners show slight whitening/softening at the top left and bottom right. Surface appears clean of major creases, but typical minor print snow is present.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. Demand is primarily from Bengals team collectors or set builders looking to complete the 1981 Topps run.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $1.50
Graded Value
PSA 6: $8-12, PSA 7: $15-20, PSA 8: $25-35. Note: Grading costs likely exceed the market value of the card.
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $0.99 plus shipping. High-grade PSA 9 examples of this card have sold for $40-60, but PSA 6/7 copies rarely trade hands as they are usually kept raw.
Description
A classic 1981 Topps football card featuring Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Jim LeClair. The card uses the iconic 1981 design with a pink vertical border containing the 'BENGALS' team name and a small football helmet logo at the bottom right. LeClair is pictured in his home dark jersey with white numbers.
Key Features
Features Jim LeClair, a Pro Bowl linebacker and Cincinnati Bengals Ring of Honor member. This is a common card from the 1981 Topps set, which is best known for the Joe Montana rookie card.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity Confidence: High. The card stock shows the correct grey-toned cardboard backing of early 80s Topps. The printing 'rosette' pattern is consistent with period-accurate lithography. This card is not frequent target for counterfeiting due to its status as a 'common'.
Flaws to Note
Significant left-to-right centering issues (very narrow left margin). Slight corner wear visible on the upper left. Mild print defects in the blue and pink ink areas common for this era.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold on eBay as a 'Buy It Now' with 'eBay Standard Envelope' shipping, or listed on COMC (Check Out My Cards). It is also a good candidate for a 'pick-your-player' bulk listing to save on fees.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the cost of grading will be significantly higher than the final sale price. Use '1981 Topps Jim LeClair #416 Bengals' in the title. Ship in a penny sleeve and top loader inside a non-machinable envelope for the best ROI.