1977 Topps Paul Naumoff #106
Paul Naumoff · Topps · Base
Player
Paul Naumoff
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
106
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Centering is noticeably shifted to the left (approx 70/30). Corners show visible softening and the edges exhibit minor chipping/wear typical of 1970s grey cardstock.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Niche - Primarily sought by Detroit Lions team collectors, University of Tennessee alumni, or set builders working on the 1977 Topps football set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $10-15; PSA 6: $20-25; PSA 7: $40-50 (Note: Grading costs exceed card value for most midrange examples).
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for common 1977 Topps football cards in similar mid-grade condition range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping.
Description
This is the reverse side of a 1977 Topps Paul Naumoff card featuring a matte grey cardstock design. It displays his collegiate and professional interception record from 1967-1976 with the Detroit Lions. The back includes a 'College Corner' blurb detailing his time at the University of Tennessee and biographical data. The card identifies him as a Pro Bowl linebacker and the Lions' 1975 MVP.
Key Features
Features a Detroit Lions standout and former Pro Bowler; late 1970s Topps design; includes rare specific stat line (tackles) in the bio description which was uncommon for the era.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic original grey cardstock consistent with 1977 Topps manufacturing; standard 1970s Topps typeface and ink density. High confidence in authenticity.
Flaws to Note
Significant left-to-right centering horizontal shift; blunted bottom corners; minor edge wear/chipping on the right side; common 'print snow' speckling visible on the grey cardstock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a Lions team lot or set filler), COMC (for long-term inventory), or local card shows in Michigan/Tennessee areas.
Selling Tips
Avoid grading this card as the fees will likely be higher than the final sale price. Best sold in a 'Detroit Lions Vintage Lot' or as a 'Buy It Now' with a low-cost shipping option like eBay Standard Envelope.