1977 Topps NFL Punting Leaders #6 John James / Marv Bateman / Ray Guy
John James, Marv Bateman, Ray Guy, Dave Jennings, Tom Wittum, Herman Weaver, Tom Blanchard, Rusty Jackson, Mike Bragg, Neil Clabo, Danny White, Rick Engles, Jerrel Wilson, Jeff West, Mike Patrick, Duane Carrell, David Lee, Pat McInally, Dave Green, Bobby Walden · Topps Chewing Gum, Inc. · Leader League Card / Hall of Fame (Ray Guy)
Player
John James, Marv Bateman, Ray Guy, Dave Jennings, Tom Wittum, Herman Weaver, Tom Blanchard, Rusty Jackson, Mike Bragg, Neil Clabo, Danny White, Rick Engles, Jerrel Wilson, Jeff West, Mike Patrick, Duane Carrell, David Lee, Pat McInally, Dave Green, Bobby Walden
Set
1977 Topps Football Base Set
Year
1977
Card #
6
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Centering is significantly off-top to bottom (approx 90/10). Corners show visible rounding/softness. Side edges show rough factory cuts common for 1977 Topps stock.
Category
Leader League Card / Hall of Fame (Ray Guy)
Manufacturer
Topps Chewing Gum, Inc.
Demand Level
Low-Moderate. This is a common/semi-star card. Demand mostly comes from Ray Guy player collectors or set builders completing the 1977 Topps checklist.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $8-12, PSA 5: $15-20, PSA 6: $25-35
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this card in various conditions range from $0.99 to $4.00. High-grade PSA 9 examples can reach $100+, but centered copies are required for such premiums.
Description
Authentic 1977 Topps Football card #6 featuring the 1976 NFL Punting Leaders. The card lists John James (NFC) and Marv Bateman (AFC) as the top stat leaders, but notably includes Hall of Fame punter Ray Guy. The reverse side features a pinkish-red and white color scheme with a statistical breakdown by conference and team names.
Key Features
Includes Hall of Famer Ray Guy and Dallas Cowboys star Danny White. It is a key statistical leader card from the iconic 1977 Topps Football set characteristic of the late vintage era.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The card displays the correct 1970s cardboard grain, 'PRTD. IN U.S.A.' typeface, and specific red/pink ink hue used by Topps in 1977. Low risk of counterfeiting for this specific card number.
Flaws to Note
Severe top-to-bottom centering issues; the bottom border is nearly non-existent while the top is very thick. Visible corner wear (softening) on all four points. Minor surface speckling/toning on the back typical of recycled mid-70s gray cardstock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for a single common card like this. Can also be sold as part of a lot at local card shows or on Facebook vintage groups.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fee far exceeds the market value of a PSA 5. List with 'Ray Guy' in the title to attract HOF collectors. Use a penny sleeve and top-loader, and ship via eBay Standard Envelope for low-cost tracking.