1977 Topps Sam Hunt #356
Sam Hunt · Topps · Base Card
Player
Sam Hunt
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
#356
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint). Centering appears slightly shifted to the left (approx 60/40), corners are relatively sharp for the age, and surface shows standard 1970s cardboard grain. No visible creases.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Niche/Low. Interest is primarily from New England Patriots team set collectors or 1977 Topps set completionists.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
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 $0.50 to $2.50. High-grade (PSA 9) examples of non-star players in this set generally fluctuate based on specific set-registry demand.
Description
Authentic 1977 Topps Football card featuring New England Patriots Middle Linebacker Sam Hunt. The card back features a classic brown cardboard stock with pink and black ink, detailing his college career at Stephen F. Austin and his professional interception stats through 1976.
Key Features
Classic 1970s Topps design; early career card for a steady 1970s Patriots linebacker; includes 'College Corner' subset information on the reverse.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct 1977 copyright line on footer ("©1977 TOPPS CHEWING GUM, INC."); period-accurate gray/brown pulp cardstock; authentic halftone printing patterns in the text blocks. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Minor centering bias toward the left edge; typical rough-cut factory edges common for 1977 Topps; slight toning on the rear cardboard stock due to age.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a low-cost 'Buy It Now' with 'Standard Envelope' shipping), COMC (Check Out My Cards) for set-filler buyers, or New England area card shows.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are pursuing a 'Registry Set' as the grading fees ($19+) exceed the value of the card at most grades. Use 'eBay Standard Envelope' for $1.00 shipping to keep the total cost attractive for set builders.