1977 Topps Darryl Stingley #254
Darryl Stingley · Topps · Base
Player
Darryl Stingley
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
#254
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX). Centering is heavily shifted to the right (approx 75/25). Bottom left corner shows rounding. Edges exhibit minor chipping common for 70s stock.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Stingley has a dedicated following among Patriots team collectors and fans of 70s NFL history.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $8-12, PSA 5: $15-22, PSA 6: $25-35
Comparable Sales
Raw copies in similar condition typically sell for $1.50-$2.50 plus shipping. High-grade PSA 9 copies have reached $100+, but mid-grade examples remain very affordable.
Description
A classic 1977 Topps football card featuring New England Patriots Wide Receiver Darryl Stingley. This card features the iconic 'banner' design of the 1977 set with blue/orange accents. Stingley is shown in a side-profile portrait wearing a red visor and pink-tinted practice jersey. The back features career statistics and a cartoon anecdote.
Key Features
Features a key member of the 1970s Patriots; 1977 Topps design is highly collected for its bright colors; Stingley is a significant figure in NFL history due to his career-ending injury in 1978.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct vintage chipboard card stock texture; registration of the 'Patriots' banner colors is consistent with 1977 factory standards; High confidence in authenticity as this card is rarely counterfeited.
Flaws to Note
Significant right-side centering bias; soft bottom-left corner; minor surface snow (white print dots) in the dark areas of the image; slight edge wear on the right side.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the primary market; COMC is excellent for low-to-mid grade vintage commons; Local card shows in the New England area.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading ($19+) exceeds the market value of a PSA 5. List as 'Buy It Now' with a high-quality scan of the front and back. Use a penny sleeve and top-loader for protection.