Russ Francis
1983 Topps
Russell Ross Francis (April 3, 1953- ) was a tight end for the New England Patriots (1975-1980, 1987-1988) and San Francisco 49ers (1982-1987). He was an excellent end who played in three consecutive Pro Bowl Games (1977-1979). He retired after the 1980 season, but was coaxed back to playing with Bill Walsh and the 49ers in 1982. He won a Super Bowl with them in 1984. Francis wrapped up his career back in New England. He retired with 393 receptions for 5262 yards and 40 touchdowns after 13 seasons in the NFL.
Condition Census
| Pos | Grade | Thumbnail | Pedigree and History |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GEM MT 10 | ||
| 1 | GEM MT 10 | ||
| 1 | GEM MT 10 | ||
| 1 | GEM MT 10 | ||
| 1 | GEM MT 10 | ||
| 1 | GEM MT 10 | ||
| 2 | MINT 9 (11) |
Prices By Grade
1983 TOPPS 166 RUSS FRANCIS
| Grade | Most Recent Price | Average Price | PSA Price | Population | POP Higher |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEM - MT 10 | $41.99 | – | – | 6 | – |
| MINT 9 | $8.00 | – | – | 11 | 6 |
| NM - MT 8 | – | – | – | 5 | 17 |
| NM 7 | – | – | – | – | 22 |
| EX - MT 6 | $0.99 | – | – | 1 | 22 |
| EX 5 | – | – | – | – | 23 |
| VG - EX 4 | – | – | – | – | 23 |
| VG 3 | – | – | – | – | 23 |
| GOOD 2 | – | – | – | – | 23 |
| FR 1.5 | – | – | – | – | 23 |
| PR 1 | – | – | – | – | 23 |
| Auth | – | – | – | – | 23 |
Auction Prices Realized
| Date | Price | Grade | Lot # | Auction House | Auction/Seller | Type | Cert |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/08/2021 | $1 | 6 | 384251138924 | eBay | probstein123 | Auction | 50108373 |
| 03/22/2020 | $8 | 9 | 283622153920 | eBay | wiseguycards | Buy It Now | 07270129 |
| 08/28/2018 | $42 | 10 | 382434722725 | eBay | 4_sharp_corners | Buy It Now | 29054702 |
| 02/06/2018 | $2 | 9 | 362229835590 | eBay | furuwaka59 | Auction | 11863448 |
| 08/25/2017 | $12 | 9 | 232462818233 | eBay | comc_consignment | Buy It Now | 27327493 |