1969-70 Topps Archie Clark #6
Archie Clark · Topps · Base Card / Tallboy
Player
Archie Clark
Set
1969-70 Topps Basketball Tallboy
Year
1969
Card #
#6
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Centering is decent, but there is significant corner rounding, edge wear, and visible surface staining/soiling on the right border and lower left corner area.
Category
Base Card / Tallboy
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - Primarily sought by set collectors looking to complete the 1969-70 Topps run or Sixers team collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $10-15, PSA 3: $25-35, PSA 4: $45-55
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for Archie Clark in VG condition typically fall between $8 and $15. PSA 6 examples sell for roughly $80-$100, but this card will not reach that grade due to corner wear and staining.
Description
This is a classic 'Tallboy' card from the iconic 1969-70 Topps Basketball set. The card features Archie Clark of the Philadelphia 76ers in an oval portrait with blue background, surrounded by four black-and-white action illustrations. The card measures 2-1/2" by 4-11/16".
Key Features
Archie Clark was a 2x All-Star and this is from Topps' first major basketball set since 1957. The 'Tallboy' format is highly collectible among vintage enthusiasts.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity Confidence: High. The cardboard stock shows the correct greyish-brown vintage fiber on the back. The size is consistent with the oversized tallboy standard of that year. Not a commonly counterfeited card.
Flaws to Note
Soft and rounded corners; noticeable surface staining along the right edge; minor creasing or surface wear visible in the white borders; general age-related toning.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this specific card using an auction or 'Buy It Now' with 'Best Offer.' Local card shows are also appropriate for low-to-mid grade vintage.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fees will likely exceed the market value of the card at its current condition. List with '1969 Topps Tallboy' in the title for better visibility.