1969-70 Topps Walt Wesley #15
Walt Wesley · Topps · Base
Player
Walt Wesley
Set
1969-70 Topps Basketball
Year
1969
Card #
#15
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Poor to Fair centering, rounded corners, significant edge wear, and visible surface scuffing.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - Mainly sought after by complete set builders of the 1969 'Tall Boy' issue.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$3.00 - $8.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $10-15, PSA 3: $18-25, PSA 4: $35-45
Comparable Sales
Ungraded sales in similar condition typically fall between $4 and $7. PSA 3 graded copies have sold for roughly $20-25 recently, though there is little liquidity for this specific player in low grades.
Description
A classic 'Tall Boy' basketball card from the iconic 1969-70 Topps set. This card features Walt Wesley of the Chicago Bulls in a circular portrait frame against a light blue background. The card features the hallmark oversized dimensions (2-11/16" by 4-11/4") and four cartoonish basketball illustrations in the corners surrounding the central oval.
Key Features
Iconic 'Tall Boy' vintage design; Walt Wesley's first year with the Bulls; highly collectible vintage set containing Lew Alcindor (Kareem Abdul-Jabbar) rookie.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic. Features the correct matte card stock common to late 60s Topps issues. No signs of modern digital printing or unnatural aging. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant rounding and softening of all four corners; heavy chipping along the edges; vertical centering is bottom-heavy; numerous surface scuffs and possible light creasing on the left border; visible dirt/toning on the white borders.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this individual card. It can also be sold as part of a lot at vintage card shows or through COMC.
Selling Tips
Due to the low value and mid-to-low grade, professional grading is not recommended as fees will exceed the card's value. List as '1969 Topps Walt Wesley Tall Boy' to attract set builders. Use a rigid top loader designed for oversized vintage cards to prevent further damage.