1973 Topps Len St. Jean #168
Len St. Jean · Topps (T.C.G., INC.) · Base
Player
Len St. Jean
Set
1973 Topps Football
Year
1973
Card #
#168
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (Very Good) - Moderate corner rounding, edge wear, and visible surface chipping on reverse.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps (T.C.G., INC.)
Demand Level
Low/Niche - Primarily sought by New England Patriots team collectors or vintage set completionists.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $4-6, PSA 3: $8-12, PSA 4: $15-20
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies in similar mid-grade condition range from $0.99 to $2.50. High-grade (PSA 8+) copies for this player are scarce but usually sell for under $40.
Description
Authentic vintage 1973 Topps football card featuring New England Patriots guard Len St. Jean. This reverse view shows the blue and red color block design characteristic of the set, featuring player bio, career highlights, and a cartoon trivia question about George Blanda. Printed on classic pulp cardstock.
Key Features
Features a key member of the 1960s/70s New England Patriots; iconic 1973 Topps 'comic' reverse design; collectible for Patriots team set builders.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct pulp paper stock for the era; 'T.C.G. INC.' copyright logo; 'PRTD IN U.S.A.' mark; high confidence (95%). This specific card is rarely counterfeited due to its common status.
Flaws to Note
Soft and rounded corners, particularly top right; significant chipping on the red border edges on the reverse; minor surface staining/matting; centering is slightly shifted toward the top-right.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now), COMC, or local card shows in the New England area.
Selling Tips
Due to low value, sell as part of a 1973 Topps lot or Patriots team set to maximize shipping efficiency. Not a candidate for grading as the fee exceeds the card's potential value increase.