1977 Topps Gordon Bell #388
Gordon Bell · Topps · Base / Veteran
Player
Gordon Bell
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
388
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (Excellent-Mint). Centering is shifted slightly toward the left and top; corners show light whitening/softening; edges have minor chipping characteristic of 1970s gray cardstock.
Category
Base / Veteran
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. Gordon Bell is a niche player for University of Michigan or NY Giants team set builders. There is little mainstream hobby demand for his base cards outside of specific set completionists.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $5-10, PSA 6: $12-18, PSA 7: $25-30
Comparable Sales
Recent raw copies of this card sell for $0.99 to $1.50 plus shipping. Graded copies are rare because of the low value, but a PSA 8 recently sold in the $35 range while lower grades rarely exceed $10-15.
Description
This is the back view of card #388 from the 1977 Topps Football set featuring New York Giants Running Back Gordon Bell. The card features a gray back with pink/red and black ink highlights. It includes his 1976 rushing record, a 'College Corner' blurb mentioning his time at the University of Michigan, and general player stats including his weight, height, and draft position. This vintage card represents the post-merger era of Topps football cards with the iconic dual-color back design.
Key Features
Features a former Michigan Wolverines standout and New York Giants player. Part of a classic 1970s set known for the 'college corner' trivia. Notable for Giants team set collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The gray, pulp-based cardstock is correct for 1977 Topps. The ink patterns show the correct 'dots' under magnification, and the copyright '1977 TOPPS CHEWING GUM' is crisp and properly aligned.
Flaws to Note
Corners are soft with visible white fibers showing on the bottom right and top left. The centering on the back is off, with the left border being noticeably thinner than the right. Minor surface chipping on the top edge.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot or cheap 'buy it now' shipping with eBay Standard Envelope), COMC (Check Out My Cards), or Facebook groups dedicated to Michigan or Giants memorabilia.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fee far exceeds the market value. List it as '1977 Topps Gordon Bell #388 NY Giants Michigan' to catch team and college collectors. Use a penny sleeve and top-loader, and ship using a standard white envelope to keep costs low for the buyer.