1969-70 Topps Archie Clark #24
Archie Clark · Topps · Base
Player
Archie Clark
Set
1969-70 Topps Basketball
Year
1969
Card #
#24
Condition Grade
PSA 1.5 - 2 (Fair to Good). The card shows heavy corner wear, rounding, and visible surface staining/soiling on the right edge and bottom corner. Centering is shifted toward the top left.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. While Archie Clark is not a Hall of Famer, set collectors for the 1969 Topps Tallboys are very active, and there is persistent demand for any entry-level vintage basketball.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 1: $10-15, PSA 2: $15-25, PSA 3: $30-45
Comparable Sales
PSA 2 graded examples recently sold in the $20 range. Raw copies in similar low-grade condition typically settle between $5 and $10 plus shipping. Mid-grade raw copies (EX-MT) can reach $30+.
Description
A classic 'Tallboy' card from the iconic 1969-70 Topps basketball set. The card features a full-body action pose of Archie Clark in his Philadelphia 76ers uniform set against a blue oval background. The oversized dimensions (2-1/2" by 4-11/16") are characteristic of this vintage era. The card displays Clark's name in red at the top and 'PHILADELPHIA' in bold red block letters at the bottom.
Key Features
Tallboy vintage design; Archie Clark is a 2x All-Star; Part of the first major Topps basketball set since 1957; Highly collectible due to unique size.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity Confidence: High. The card shows correct beige-colored vintage stock, appropriate age-related 'toning', and the characteristic oversized dimensions of the 1969 set. The print pattern on the blue backdrop is consistent with period-correct lithography.
Flaws to Note
Significant rounding and softening of all four corners; heavy surface soiling/dark spotting on the right-hand border and bottom right corner; minor edge chipping; centering is off-center (O/C) heavily towards the top and left.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card in raw condition. It could also sell well at a local card show in a 'vintage bargain' bin. Due to the condition, specialized auction houses like Goldin or Heritage would not be appropriate.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fees will exceed the market value of the card in this condition. List it raw on eBay with high-resolution photos of both the front and back. Use a 'Tallboy' sized penny sleeve and top-loader to prevent further damage. Use keywords: '1969 Topps', 'Archie Clark', 'Tallboy', 'Vintage Basketball'.