1971-72 Topps Bob Love #85
Bob Love · Topps · Base
Player
Bob Love
Set
1971-72 Topps Basketball
Year
1971
Card #
#85
Condition Grade
PSA 2 (Good). Estimated due to visible corner rounding, heavy edge chipping on the top left, and top-bottom centering bias.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Bob Love is a Bulls icon, making this a popular pick for team collectors and vintage set builders, though supply for lower-grade copies is high.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $15-20, PSA 3: $25-35, PSA 1: $8-12. Note: Grading costs likely exceed the market value of the card in this condition.
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for Bob Love in similar 'Good' condition range from $4 to $10. High-grade PSA 8 copies can reach $150+, but low-grade examples remain very affordable.
Description
This 1971-72 Topps card features Chicago Bulls legendary forward Bob Love. The card showcases the iconic 'Trio' design of the era with bold 'CHICAGO' bubble lettering at the top and a vibrant action pose of Love in his home red jersey against a bright blue background. A classic piece of 1970s basketball history.
Key Features
Features a 3-time All-Star and Chicago Bulls legend; iconic 1971-72 Topps design known for its vibrant colors and blocky typography.
Authenticity Indicators
Confidence: High. The cardboard stock aging, color saturation of the blue background, and the specific 'rough cut' look of the edges are consistent with 1971 Topps production. Not a commonly faked card due to lower market value.
Flaws to Note
Significant rounding on all four corners; heavy chipping and wear on the top-left edge; centering is shifted toward the bottom; surface shows light spotting and potential minor creasing on the right side.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (Auction or Buy It Now), COMC, or local card shows. This card is best sold as part of a lot or to a Bulls specialist.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fees ($19+) will exceed its final value. List it as 'Vintage Bob Love 1971 Topps' and provide a clear scan of the back to show the statistics. Ship in a penny sleeve and top loader inside a cardboard-reinforced envelope.