1977 Topps Mike Livingston #58
Mike Livingston · Topps · Base Card
Player
Mike Livingston
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
58
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering appears slightly shifted left-to-right on reverse. Corners show minor softening. Surface shows typical 1970s cardboard grain but no visible creases.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche - Primarily sought by Chiefs team set collectors or 1977 set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $10-15, PSA 7: $15-25, PSA 8: $45-60
Comparable Sales
Recent raw copies sold for $0.99-$2.50 plus shipping on eBay. Recent PSA 8 sales have ranged from $35-$55 depending on centering.
Description
A classic 1977 Topps football card featuring Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Mike Livingston. The reverse side features a pink and brown color scheme with a 'College Corner' blurb detailing his records at SMU and his passing statistics from his 1968 rookie season through 1976. This card showcases the iconic 1977 design with crisp typography and a matte finish on the reverse.
Key Features
Late 70s Chiefs memorabilia; Mike Livingston was a key backup for Hall of Famer Len Dawson and a notable starter during the mid-70s; unique 'College Corner' trivia section on reverse.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct 1977 card stock thickness and porous cardboard texture; copyright line reads '© 1977 Topps Chewing Gum, Inc. Prtd In U.S.A.'; high confidence level as this is not a commonly counterfeited card.
Flaws to Note
Minor corner wear on the top left and bottom right corners; slight centering shift toward the left edge on the back; minor ink speckling characteristic of Topps printing from the era.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now or small team lot), COMC for long-term inventory, or local card shows in the Kansas City area.
Selling Tips
Due to the low value of the raw card, this is not recommended for grading unless part of a high-end set registry. List as an 'eBay Standard Envelope' to keep shipping costs under $1.00 for the buyer. Use keywords like 'Vintage Chiefs Football' and 'SMU Mustangs Alumni'.