1977 Topps Julius Adams #139
Julius Adams · Topps · Base
Player
Julius Adams
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
139
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (Excellent) - Centering is slightly heavy to the right (approx 60/40); corners show noticeable softening and rounding; surface appears clean but edges have minor chipping typical of 70s grey cardstock.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Niche - Primarily of interest to New England Patriots team set builders or Texas Southern Tigers alumni.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $8-$12, PSA 6: $15-$20, PSA 8: $45-$60
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies of this card in similar mid-grade condition range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. Graded PSA 8 copies have historically sold in the $50 range.
Description
A vintage 1977 Topps Football card featuring New England Patriots Defensive End Julius Adams. The card back features career highlights including his status as an AP Defensive Lineman of the Week and his collegiate background at Texas Southern. Classic 1977 pink and grey design typical of the mid-70s Topps era.
Key Features
Features a key defensive stalwart for the 1970s New England Patriots; part of the iconic 1977 Topps set known for its horizontal stripe design on the front.
Authenticity Indicators
Typical grey cardboard stock of the era; '1977 Topps Chewing Gum' copyright line at bottom; high confidence (99%) as this card is rarely counterfeited due to its common status.
Flaws to Note
Rounded corners at all four points; centering is shifted toward the right edge; minor silvering/chipping along the bottom edge; slight surface wear on the porous cardstock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now/Best Offer) or COMC; best suited for a sports card marketplace that caters to set builders.
Selling Tips
Grading is NOT recommended for this card in this condition as the fees will exceed the market value. List with a high-quality scan and use keywords like 'Vintage Patriots' and 'Texas Southern Alumni' to attract specific collectors.