1972-73 Topps Walt Hazzard #247 (Buffalo Braves)
Walt Hazzard · Topps · Base
Player
Walt Hazzard
Set
1972-73 Topps Basketball
Year
1972
Card #
#247
Condition Grade
PSA 2 (Good) or PSA 3 (Very Good). Note: Significant surface wear, rounding corners, and edge chipping.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low to Moderate. Walt Hazzard (later Mahdi Abdul-Rahman) has a dedicated following among UCLA and vintage basketball collectors, but base cards in this condition move slowly.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $8-12, PSA 4: $15-20, PSA 5: $25-30
Comparable Sales
Raw copies in similar condition typically sell for $1.50 to $4.00 on eBay (plus shipping). High-grade PSA 8 examples of this card sell for $50+, but low-grade copies are very affordable.
Description
A vintage 1972-73 Topps basketball card featuring Walt Hazzard of the Buffalo Braves. The card features the iconic 'Psychedelic' 70s design with the 'BUFFALO' team name in pink bubble letters across the top. Hazzard is pictured in a white Braves jersey against a vibrant magenta/pink backdrop.
Key Features
Features a former NBA All-Star and NCAA Champion; iconic 1972 Topps design which is highly collected for its bright colors.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic ink bleed and paper stock texture typical of 1970s Topps issues. Confidence: High. Not a card commonly counterfeited given its lower market value.
Flaws to Note
Corners are significantly rounded with white exposure. Top left corner has a visible fold/crease. The edges show heavy wear and chipping. Surface has brown spotting (likely humidity or storage damage) and general light staining/foxing.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now with 'Best Offer'), COMC, or as part of a vintage basketball lot at a local card show.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fees will exceed the market value. List it as 'Vintage 1972 Topps Hazzard' and provide clear photos of the back to show the statistics and bio. Ship in a penny sleeve and top loader via eBay Standard Envelope for low-cost tracking.