1977 Topps Harold McLinton #31
Harold McLinton · Topps · Base
Player
Harold McLinton
Set
1977 Topps Baseball
Year
1977
Card #
31
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering on the reverse is slightly shifted left; corners appear relatively sharp but display minor fraying; surface shows typical 1970s stock aging.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - Niche appeal primarily for Washington team set builders or Southern University alumni collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $10-15, PSA 8: $25-35, PSA 9: $75-100
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for common 1977 Topps football cards range from $0.99 to $1.99. PSA 8 examples of similar common players generally sell for $20-30 in the current market.
Description
Authentic 1977 Topps card #31 featuring Washington linebacker Harold McLinton. The reverse features a pink and black color scheme with a football-shaped number logo, interception statistics, and a 'College Corner' biographical section highlighting his time at Southern University. Classic 1970s cardboard stock with matte finish.
Key Features
Features a key member of the 1970s 'Over the Hill Gang' Washington defensive unit. This card is part of the iconic 1977 Topps set known for its vertical design and busy reverse layout.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct '© 1977 TOPPS CHEWING GUM, INC.' copyright line, proper pulp-based brown cardboard stock, and characteristic 1970s halftone printing patterns on the text.
Flaws to Note
Centering is biased toward the left edge on the reverse. There is minor chipping on the edges and evidence of soft corner wear. Traditional 'Topps' print spotting is visible in the pink information boxes.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a PWE/Standard Envelope listing), COMC for long-term consignment, or Sportlots for set builders.
Selling Tips
Due to the low value of base defensive players from this era, grading is not recommended unless it is a guaranteed PSA 10 candidate. List as '1977 Topps Harold McLinton Washington #31' and use eBay Standard Envelope for cheap shipping.