1977 Topps Cliff Branch #470
Cliff Branch · Topps · Base / Hall of Famer
Player
Cliff Branch
Set
1977 Topps
Year
1977
Card #
#470
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 6 (EX-MT) due to bottom-heavy centering and minor surface texture, though corners appear relatively sharp for the era.
Category
Base / Hall of Famer
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Demand is steady for Raiders collectors and Hall of Fame set builders, especially following Branch's posthumous induction into the Hall of Fame in 2022.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$4.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $15-25, PSA 6: $30-45, PSA 7: $60-85
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales range from $3 to $10 plus shipping depending on sharpness. PSA 7 copies have recently sold for approximately $70.
Description
This is a 1977 Topps Cliff Branch card, number 470. The reverse side features a tan/brown cardstock with pink and black text, highlighting Branch's career statistics with the Oakland Raiders through the 1976 season. It includes a 'College Corner' segment detailing his time at the University of Colorado.
Key Features
Features Hall of Fame wide receiver Cliff Branch; Raiders legend with three Super Bowl rings; part of an iconic 1970s Topps football set.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence high. Features the correct dual-tone pink/black printing on grainy gray/brown cardstock typical of 1977 Topps production. Proper copyright line and typeface present.
Flaws to Note
Centering is shifted slightly toward the bottom; typical 1970s cardstock shows some roughness on the edges; minor ink spray or print dots visible in the background cream area.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (Auction or Buy It Now), COMC for effortless resale, or local card shows in the California/Bay Area market where Raiders demand is highest.
Selling Tips
Due to the potential for a decent mid-grade, it is better to sell raw unless you believe it could hit a PSA 8 or higher. Mention 'HOF' and 'Raiders' in the title. Ship in a penny sleeve and top loader inside a standard envelope or bubble mailer.