1972 Topps Herb Adderley #66
Herb Adderley · Topps (under license from T.C.G.) · Base Card / Hall of Fame
Player
Herb Adderley
Set
1972 Topps
Year
1972
Card #
66
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (Very Good) - PSA 4 (Very Good-Excellent). Note: Heavy centering shift to the left, rounded corners, and rough cut edges visible from the reverse.
Category
Base Card / Hall of Fame
Manufacturer
Topps (under license from T.C.G.)
Demand Level
Moderate. Adderley has a dedicated following as a HOFer, but value for this specific year is higher in 'High Grade' condition (PSA 8+).
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $15-20, PSA 4: $25-35, PSA 5: $45-60. (Grading is not recommended as costs exceed current raw value).
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for mid-grade copies range from $5 to $10. High-grade PSA 9 copies can reach $200+, but low-grade copies are common and inexpensive.
Description
This is the reverse of the 1972 Topps Herb Adderley #66 football card. The back features a green and blue design with biographical info highlighting his 1962 103-yard kickoff return and his transition to the Dallas Cowboys. It includes an 'Interception Record' statistical chart. Adderley is an iconic Hall of Fame cornerback and 3-time Super Bowl champion.
Key Features
Features a Pro Football Hall of Famer. Significant as it depicts Adderley during his late career stint with the Cowboys. Part of the iconic 1972 Topps high-contrast design.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct light gray/tanned card stock consistent with 1970s Topps issues. Authentic 'T.C.G. PRTD. IN U.S.A.' typeface and trademark logo present at the bottom. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant centering issues (OC), the left border is much thinner than the right. Visible edge wear and soft/rounded corners. Signs of age-related toning on the card stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (Auction or Buy It Now), COMC for long-term listing, or local card shows. Best sold as part of a set-building lot or to a Cowboys/Packers team collector.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the condition does not warrant the fee. List with clear photos of both front and back. Use keywords: 'Hall of Fame', 'Cowboys', 'Packers', 'Vintage Football'. Ship in a penny sleeve and top loader inside a reinforced envelope.