1971-72 Topps Archie Clark #106
Archie Clark · Topps (T.C.G.) · Base
Player
Archie Clark
Set
1971-72 Topps Basketball
Year
1971
Card #
106
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) to PSA 4 (VG-EX). The card shows significant edge chipping on the reverse, softened corners, and is off-center toward the bottom-right. The surface appears to have light foxing/browning common for this stock.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps (T.C.G.)
Demand Level
Moderate to Low. While the 1971-72 set is iconic, Archie Clark is a non-HOF player, making this card a 'common' sought primarily by set builders or vintage basketball specialists.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$3.00 - $8.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $12-18, PSA 4: $22-30, PSA 5: $40-50
Comparable Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-grade condition have sold for $2.00 to $5.00 plus shipping. PSA 6 copies (significantly better than this one) typically sell for approximately $60-70.
Description
This is the reverse side of Archie Clark's 1971-72 Topps basketball card. The back features a yellow and blue color scheme with a brief biographical paragraph, his career pro statistics covering 1966-1971 with the Lakers and 76ers, and a 'cartoon' trivia box discussing his trade for Wilt Chamberlain. The card was printed in the USA by T.C.G. and carries the 1968 N.B.P.A. copyright.
Key Features
Features a 2-time NBA All-Star; includes the historical trivia regarding his involvement in the blockbuster Wilt Chamberlain trade; classic 1970s Topps design; collectible for 76ers and Lakers team collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence is High. The card shows correct T.C.G. (Topps) printing patterns, proper 'gray' cardboard stock composition for the era, and age-appropriate wear. This is not a frequently counterfeited common player card.
Flaws to Note
Significant bottom-right centering shift; noticeable corner wear and rounding; heavy edge chipping especially along the top and bottom borders which is very common for the 1971-72 set due to the card stock and dark ink on the front; light surface staining/toning on the rear yellow field.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for reaching set-builders), COMC (for long-tail vintage sales), or as part of a lot at a local card show.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the cost of grading ($19+) exceeds the market value of a PSA 3/4 specimen. List on eBay with a high-resolution scan of both sides using 'Standard Envelope' shipping to keep costs under $1.00 for the buyer.