
George Jamison
1991 • Upper Deck
#515

A 1981 Topps #485 football card featuring Detroit Lions player David Hill from the iconic early-1980s Topps set.
1981 • Topps
NFL • Detroit Lions
Near Mint
485
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David Hill's 1981 Topps card sits at the lower end of the value spectrum, consistent with most base cards from role players of that era who did not achieve Hall of Fame status. As a solid but not elite tight end for the Detroit Lions, his cards trade in the entry-level tier relative to contemporaries like Earl Campbell or Lawrence Taylor from the same set. Condition plays a significant role here — a high-grade PSA or BGS copy would command a meaningful premium over raw examples given the age and handling typical of early 1980s cards.
This is a standard base card from the 1981 Topps Football set, which was produced in large quantities with no serial numbering, short print variations, or parallel versions. Population reports for graded copies of Hill's card remain quite thin, reflecting limited collector demand for submission rather than true scarcity. The single active listing currently available suggests minimal market depth, though this is more a reflection of collector interest than genuine limited supply.
David Hill's career trajectory — a dependable NFL tight end but not a Hall of Fame-caliber player — limits the long-term appreciation potential for this card. Grading submission trends for non-star players from this era remain low, and there is little evidence of growing collector momentum that would drive sustained price increases. This card appeals primarily to Lions team collectors or 1981 Topps set builders rather than investors seeking growth-oriented holdings.

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