1972 Topps Bob James #114
Bob James · Topps · Base
Player
Bob James
Set
1972 Topps
Year
1972
Card #
114
Condition Grade
PSA 2 (Good) - Centering is poor (heavy bottom/right bias), corners are rounded/soft with significant wear, edges show chipping, and there is a visible surface tear/peel on the bottom right corner.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $5-10, PSA 3: $12-18, PSA 1 (PR): $2-4. Grading this card is not recommended as costs exceed market value.
Comparable Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade raw copies of this card range from $2 to $5. Higher grade (PSA 8+) copies sell for $40+, but this specimen does not qualify for high-grade pricing due to visible surface damage.
Description
This is the reverse side of card #114 from the iconic 1972 Topps football set. It features Buffalo Bills cornerback Bob James. The back includes a biographical write-up, a cartoon illustration about his contact lenses, his 1969-1971 interception records, and basic stats like height, weight, and college (Fisk). The green and blue color scheme is characteristic of this classic set.
Key Features
Vintage 1972 Topps design, Buffalo Bills team history, unique 'Interception Record' statistical table, and classic cartoon trivia element.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct card stock texture for 1972 Topps, appropriate green/blue ink saturation, 'T.C.G. PRTD IN U.S.A.' typeface is accurate. High confidence of authenticity.
Flaws to Note
Significant bottom-right corner surface damage (paper loss/peeling), heavily rounded corners, moderate surface soiling/staining, and severe off-center printing (OC).
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Most effectively sold in a large lot of 1972 Topps cards on eBay, or as a cheap filler for set builders at a local card show or on Sportlots.
Selling Tips
As a common player in low condition, this card is best listed as part of a 'pick your card' listing or a team set lot of vintage Buffalo Bills. Individual shipping via eBay Standard Envelope is the only viable method to retain any profit.