1977 Topps Ron Saul #131
Ron Saul · Topps · Base
Player
Ron Saul
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
131
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Estimated. Based on the back, the card has soft, rounded corners and significant centering issues (shifted significantly toward the top-right corner). Small staining or surface foxing is visible on the gray cardstock.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche. Primary demand comes from Redskins team collectors or individuals completing the 1977 Topps set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $10-15, PSA 5: $15-20, PSA 6: $25-30. Note: This card is rarely graded unless for a high-grade registry set.
Comparable Sales
Raw copies in similar condition recently sold for $0.99 to $1.50 plus shipping on eBay. High-grade PSA 9 specimens have sold for $40-60, but this specific card is not a candidate for a high grade due to centering.
Description
Vintage 1977 Topps Football card featuring Ron Saul, guard for the Washington Redskins. The card back features a light pink and tan design with player statistics, biographical information, and a 'College Corner' blurb detailing his time at Michigan State University. Produced by Topps Chewing Gum, Inc. Printed in the U.S.A.
Key Features
Includes historical details about the trade from the Houston Oilers in 1976 and his All-American status at Michigan State. Features the iconic '77 Topps football card design.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity Confidence: High. Period-accurate gray pulp cardstock, typical 1977 Topps printing fonts, and 'Topps Chewing Gum' licensing on the bottom. Not a commonly counterfeited card due to low individual market value.
Flaws to Note
Obvious centering issues (OC) as seen on the reverse; the border is very thin on the top and right edges. Significant corner wear and rounding is visible. General surface discoloration typical of mid-70s gray cardstock sets.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold on eBay as a 'Buy It Now' with a 'Best Offer' option, or listed on COMC (Check Out My Cards). Could also be sold in a team lot of 1970s Redskins cards.
Selling Tips
Do not professional grade this card, as the grading fees ($20+) will exceed the market value. Use a penny sleeve and top-loader to prevent further edge and corner wear. Highlight 'Michigan State' or 'Washington Redskins' in the listing title to catch team/college collectors.