1977 Topps Brian Baschnagel Rookie Card #525
Brian Baschnagel · Topps · Rookie Card (RC), Base
Player
Brian Baschnagel
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
#525
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Centering is shifted significantly to the top-left; corners appear slightly rounded with visible whitening; edges show minor chipping; surface has age-related toning/tanning common for this stock.
Category
Rookie Card (RC), Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche - Primarily sought by Chicago Bears team set collectors or Ohio State alumni/completists.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $5-8, PSA 5: $10-15, PSA 6: $20-25 (Note: Grading cost likely exceeds market value).
Comparable Sales
Recent raw copies of this card typically sell for $1.00-$2.00 on eBay with free shipping. High-grade PSA 9 examples can reach $50+, but this specific card's condition precludes that valuation.
Description
This is the 1977 Topps Brian Baschnagel rookie card, featuring the Chicago Bears wide receiver. The back of the card details his 1976 kickoff return records and his background at Ohio State University where he played in four Rose Bowls. The card features the classic 1977 purple and brown reverse design with 'College Corner' trivia.
Key Features
Official Topps rookie card of the Bears wide receiver; nostalgic 1977 design; features Ohio State University collegiate history.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic 1977 Topps stock (low-end cardboard); correct copyright line '1977 Topps Chewing Gum, Inc.'; period-accurate ink absorption. High confidence.
Flaws to Note
O/C (Off-center) towards the top and left edges; softening of all four corners; light edge wear and typical vintage gray card stock toning.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a 'Buy It Now' for team collectors), COMC, or in a local card shop's vintage 'dollar bin'.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the fees will be much higher than the final sale price. Best sold as part of a lot of 1970s Chicago Bears or within a large 1977 Topps set-building lot to save on shipping.