1977 Topps Football Howard Stevens #328
Howard Stevens · Topps · Base Card
Player
Howard Stevens
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
328
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering appears slightly off top-to-bottom on the reverse; corners show minor softening; edges appear clean; surface tone is typical for card stock of this era.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - Primarily sought after by player collectors, Baltimore Colts team set builders, or those completeing the 1977 set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $10-15, PSA 8: $25-35, PSA 9: $75-100
Comparable Sales
Recent raw copies of this card typically sell for $1.00 plus shipping on eBay. A PSA 8 copy sold for approximately $30 while PSA 9s are rare and can reach $90 in high-visibility auctions.
Description
Authentic 1977 Topps Howard Stevens #328 Baltimore Colts running back card. The reverse features a distinctive pink and black color scheme on gray cardstock, detailing his college career at Louisville and punt return statistics with the Saints and Colts. This card captures an era of classic NFL history with the iconic 1977 design.
Key Features
Vintage 1970s football card; notable for Howard Stevens\' record-breaking punt return stats; part of a complete 528-card flagship set; features the 'College Corner' subset information on the reverse.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Authentic Topps gray-back cardstock; correct 1977 copyright line at bottom; period-accurate 'T.C.G.' printing style. This card is rarely counterfeited due to low market value.
Flaws to Note
Slight centering shift towards the top/left on the reverse side; minor corner softing visible on the bottom right; typical age-related fiber darkening of the non-bleached cardstock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a low-cost 'buy it now' or part of a bulk lot); COMC for long-term inventory; local card shows in the Baltimore/Indianapolis areas.
Selling Tips
Grading is not recommended for this specific card unless it is a flawless 'Gem Mint' candidate, as grading fees will exceed the market value. Best sold as part of a 1977 Topps team set or starter lot. In listings, use keywords like 'Vintage Colts Football' and '1977 Topps'.