1974 Topps David Lee #17
David Lee · Topps (printed as T.C.G.) · Base
Player
David Lee
Set
1974 Topps Football
Year
1974
Card #
#17
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Centering is decent on back (approx 60/40), but visible corner softness, edge wear, and potential surface staining on the brown/tan cardstock are present.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps (printed as T.C.G.)
Demand Level
Low - Niche appeal for Baltimore Colts team collectors or 1974 set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $8-12, PSA 6: $15-20, PSA 4: $5-7
Comparable Sales
Raw commons from the 1974 Topps set typically sell for $0.50-$2.00 individually. Graded PSA 8 examples of this specific card have recently sold in the $25-$35 range, but lower grades rarely trade due to high grading costs relative to market value.
Description
A vintage 1974 Topps Football card featuring Baltimore Colts Punter David Lee. The reverse features a distinctive gold/brown color scheme with a 'Football Game' interactive element at the bottom (Pass underthrown. NO GAIN). The back includes his 1973 and lifetime punting stats, a cartoon illustration about water skiing, and a brief biography noting him as the best AFC punter in 1970.
Key Features
Vintage 1970s football card; Baltimore Colts team history; Features the unique 1974 Topps 'Game Card' back design.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct coarse grey/brown cardstock; 'T.C.G. PRTD. IN U.S.A.' copyright mark; era-appropriate oxidation. Confidence: High (not a high-risk card for counterfeiting).
Flaws to Note
Softness and rounding on all four corners; light chipping/wear along the left and right edges; uneven top-to-bottom centering of the card back graphics; general toning consistent with age-sensitive brown cardstock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a PWE/Standard Envelope listing), COMC (Check Out My Cards), or local card shop bulk bins.
Selling Tips
As a common player card, grading is not recommended as fees will exceed potential value. Use high-resolution scans. If selling on eBay, use the 'eBay Standard Envelope' for low-cost tracked shipping to attract buyers. List as part of a Colts team set or 1974 Topps lot for better visibility.