1977 Topps Lawrence McCutcheon #375
Lawrence McCutcheon · Topps · Base
Player
Lawrence McCutcheon
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
#375
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Centering is slightly off-medium, corners show evident softening, and edges have light chipping common to the 1977 stock.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low to Moderate; primarily sought after by Los Angeles Rams team collectors or those completing full 1977 Topps sets.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $5-10, PSA 6: $12-18, PSA 7: $20-30, PSA 8: $50-70
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies of this card consistently range between $0.99 and $3.00 plus shipping. Graded PSA 8 copies have sold in the $50 range, reflecting the difficulty of finding high-grade vintage stock.
Description
This is the back of the 1977 Topps Lawrence McCutcheon card #375. The card features a distinctive horizontal layout on the reverse with a gray/tan cardstock. It includes McCutcheon's personal vital stats, full rushing records from 1972-1976, and biographical blurbs highlighting his rank among Rams rushers and his 4 Pro Bowl appearances. A 'College Corner' section at the bottom detail his time at Colorado State University.
Key Features
Features a 5-time Pro Bowler and Los Angeles Rams legend; iconic 1977 Topps design with pink/red and black ink highlights on the back; statistical history showing his peak production years.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct coarse gray cardstock texture; specific 1977 copyright line '1977 TOPPS CHEWING GUM, INC. PRTD. IN U.S.A.' at the bottom; appropriate ink absorption into the fiber of the card. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Visible corner softening on the bottom left and right; minor edge wear along the right border; typical factory centering issues where the card is printed slightly off-center to the left; the gray stock shows some 'toning' consistent with age.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a single or in a lot), COMC for long-term listing, or local card shows in the Los Angeles area where Rams nostalgia is higher.
Selling Tips
As a common card of a non-Hall of Famer, this is best sold as part of a 1977 set or a Rams player lot to save on shipping. If selling solo, use a high-quality scan of both front and back. Grading is not recommended unless the card is in flawless Mint condition, as the fees exceed the card's value at mid-grades.