Roger Staubach
Quarterback · Dallas Cowboys
1977 Topps Football #140
Year & Era
1977 — Vintage Era (Post-War)
Card Type
Base Veteran Card
Grade
2 to 3 (Good to Very Good) estimated
Rarity
Common; high print run year, though well-centered high-grade copies are rare.
Overall Assessment
A well-loved, heavily damaged example of a Hall of Fame legend's mid-career card, best suited for a budget-friendly personal collection.
Condition Grade
2 to 3 (Good to Very Good) estimated
Centering Assessment
Extremely poor; the card is significantly miscut, showing almost no right border and skewed lower margins.
Surface Condition
Fair/Good; obvious heavy creasing across the lower third and major corner chipping.
Corner Condition
Poor; the upper and lower right corners show heavy wear, rounding, and loss of paper stock.
Edge Condition
Fair; visible roughness and chipping, particularly on the right-hand side where the cut occurred.
Print Quality
Average for the era, though this specific copy suffers from a severe factory miscut.
Estimated Value
$2 - $10 (Raw/Poor Condition)
Comparison to Known Examples
This copy is significantly below average due to the extreme miscut and prominent surface creases.
Authentication Tips
Check for grainy photo quality (indicator of modern reprints) and feel for the porous, recycled card stock typical of 1970s Topps.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended; grading fees would exceed the market value of a copy in this condition.
Red Flags
The severe miscut could be mistaken for trimming by amateurs, but it appears to be a natural factory error.
Provenance Notes
Distributed in standard wax packs, cello packs, and rack packs in 1977.
Historical Context
Staubach, 'Captain America,' was a 2-time Super Bowl champion and Hall of Famer who defined the 1970s Cowboys.
Market Trends
Staubach remains a top-tier legend, but market demand is focused exclusively on high-grade (PSA 8+) examples.
Investment Potential
Low for this specific copy due to condition; high-grade 1977 Topps Staubachs are stable blue-chip assets.
Similar Cards
1972 Topps Roger Staubach Rookie Card, 1978 Topps Roger Staubach.
Display & Preservation
Semi-rigid Card Saver or penny sleeve and toploader; keep away from direct sunlight.
Interesting Facts
The 'Light Up A Life' logo on the front refers to a charitable campaign featured in the set's design.