1972 Topps Willie Brown #28
Willie Brown · Topps · Base / Hall of Fame
Player
Willie Brown
Set
1972 Topps Football
Year
1972
Card #
28
Condition Grade
PSA 1 (PR) to PSA 1.5 (FR) due to significant corner paper loss/peeling and heavy wear
Category
Base / Hall of Fame
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate; Willie Brown is a high-demand HOFer, but this specific condition level caters primarily to 'filler' collectors or budget builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$3.00 - $8.00
Graded Value
PSA 1: $10-15, PSA 2: $20-25, PSA 3: $35-45 (Note: Grading cost likely exceeds card value in this condition)
Comparable Sales
Recent raw low-grade copies of this card sell for $5-10. PSA 7 copies generally sell for $50-60, but cards with visible paper loss like this one fall into the sub-$10 category.
Description
Authentic 1972 Topps football card featuring Pro Football Hall of Fame cornerback Willie Brown of the Oakland Raiders. This is card number 28. The reverse features a blue and green design with 1963-1971 career interception statistics, a biographical blurb highlighting his 4-interception game, and a 'Willie Works' cartoon illustration. Printed in the U.S.A. by T.C.G.
Key Features
Features Hall of Fame cornerback Willie Brown; Iconic 1972 Topps 'tombstone' style reverse design; Short-lived tenure with the Denver Broncos mentioned in stats; Popular vintage set for HOF collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct light gray/cream card stock appropriate for early 70s Topps; Proper 'T.C.G.' copyright mark; Typical period-correct halftoning patterns in the text and graphics. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Severe paper loss/peeling on the top-right corner resulting in a rounded, frayed edge. Visible surface chipping along the blue borders. Heavily worn corners and edges. Centering appears shifted toward the top-right. General age-related toning/staining visible on the card stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a low-start auction or fixed price), COMC for consigning, or local card shop bulk bins.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fees will far outweigh the market value in this condition. Use clear macro photos of the damaged corner to avoid return requests. List as 'Well Loved' or 'Filler condition'.