1977 Topps Billy Joe DuPree #260
Billy Joe DuPree · Topps · Base
Player
Billy Joe DuPree
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
260
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT). Assessment: Good centering for the era, but visible corner softening on the bottom left and right. Edges show minor instances of whitening. Surface shows slight print snow common in late 70s Topps issues.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. DuPree is a fan favorite for Dallas Cowboys team set collectors and 1970s NFL enthusiasts, but as a non-rookie card of a non-Hall of Famer, demand is primarily driven by set completionists.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $8-12, PSA 6: $15-20, PSA 7: $25-35
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this card range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. Graded PSA 7 and 8 copies generally sell in the $25 to $45 range depending on the buyer's urgency.
Description
This 1977 Topps Billy Joe DuPree card captures the Dallas Cowboys star tight end during the prime of his career. The card back features a unique pink and brown color scheme with a 'College Corner' section noting his Michigan State University career. The back includes a full receiving record and a biographical blurb highlighting his 1976 All-Pro selection and Pro Bowl appearance.
Key Features
Legendary Dallas Cowboys Tight End, 3-time Pro-Bowler, and Super Bowl XII Champion. This card features a mid-career statistical summary and historical Dallas Cowboys team interest.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic High Confidence. Features the correct 1977 Topps copyright line at the bottom, period-accurate card stock thickness, and the characteristic dot-pattern printing (halftone) consistent with 1970s production.
Flaws to Note
Visible corner wear on the bottom edges; the corners are no longer sharp. Minor chipping along the right-hand edge. Typical vintage 'gray' card stock oxidation on the back.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a 'Buy It Now' with Best Offer) or COMC for long-term listing. Local card shows in the Dallas, TX area would also be prime locations for Cowboys fans.
Selling Tips
Due to the high cost of grading ($19+), only grade this card if you are confident it will reach a PSA 9 or 10. For this specific raw card, list it as part of a lot or as a single with high-resolution scans. Use keywords 'Dallas Cowboys' and 'Tight End' in the title.