1977 Topps Rich Sowells #488
Rich Sowells · Topps · Base
Player
Rich Sowells
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
#488
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering is slightly off-top, with visible whitening on back corners and light edge wear.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - Niche appeal for New York Jets team collectors, set builders, or Alcorn State alumni.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $5-10, PSA 6: $12-18, PSA 7: $25-30
Comparable Sales
Raw copies of common players from the 1977 Topps set typically sell for $0.25 to $1.50 in lots or 'pick-your-card' listings. Higher grade PSA 8 copies barely reach $40-50 for non-stars.
Description
This is a 1977 Topps Rich Sowells (N.Y. Jets Cornerback) card #488. The back features a pink and brown design with his career interception record, biography, and 'College Corner' section highlighting his time at Alcorn A&M. Detailed stats from 1971-1976 are displayed over a classic cardboard stock.
Key Features
Vintage 1970s New York Jets team collectible; featuring a 10-year NFL veteran and Alcorn State legend; part of the iconic 1977 Topps Football set.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence is High. The card shows correct 1977 Topps recycled gray card stock, distinct 'dot matrix' print patterns on the back text, and a lack of 'reprint' notice. This card is rarely counterfeited due to low market value.
Flaws to Note
Corners show soft wear and fuzzy edges typical of the card stock. Top-to-bottom centering on the back is slightly shifted. There is a small print hickey/red dot in the bottom pink section near the Alcorn text.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a 'Buy It Now' with 'Best Offer'), COMC, or Sportlots. It is best sold as part of a Jets team set or toward a 1977 complete set build.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fee far exceeds the market value. List with keywords like '1977 Topps Football', 'NY Jets', and 'Alcorn State'. Shipping via eBay Standard Envelope (under $1) is the only way to make a sale profitable.