1971-72 Topps Gus Johnson #77
Gus Johnson · Topps · Base
Player
Gus Johnson
Set
1971-72 Topps Basketball
Year
1971
Card #
77
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Poor centering, rounded corners, significant edge wear
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - Gus Johnson has a dedicated following among vintage basketball and Hall of Fame collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$3.00 - $8.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $10-15, PSA 3: $18-25, PSA 4: $30-40
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of raw 1971 Topps Gus Johnson cards in similar mid-to-low grade condition range from $4 to $9 on eBay.
Description
A vintage 1971-72 Topps basketball card featuring Hall of Famer Gus Johnson. This card showcases the iconic 'Trio' design on the front (though only the back is shown here) with a brown/tan and blue reverse, featuring career highlights and a cartoon trivia section asking 'Which NBA player has a gold tooth?'
Key Features
Hall of Fame player; historic 1971 Topps set; notable '1970 NBA All-Defense Team' mention in bio.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic cardboard stock from the early 1970s; correct 1968 N.B.P.A. and T.C.G. copyright marks; appropriate aging of card stock. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
The card shows heavy corner rounding, particularly at the top right. Edges are rough with visible chipping. Centering is shifted toward the top-left on the reverse. There is visible surface grime/spotting across the top margin.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay or COMC (Check Out My Cards) are the best venues for individual vintage base cards of this value level.
Selling Tips
Due to the low value and condition, grading is not recommended as fees will exceed the card's worth. List with clear photos of both sides and use 'PWE' (Plain White Envelope) shipping to keep costs low for the buyer.