1971-72 Topps Chuck Williams #155
Chuck Williams · Topps · Base / ABA Player
Player
Chuck Williams
Set
1971-72 Topps Basketball
Year
1971
Card #
#155
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Centering is heavily shifted left, top-right corner is rounded with potential delamination, and edges show significant wear.
Category
Base / ABA Player
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate to Low - Primarily sought by set builders or ABA historians. While Williams was a multi-time All-Star, he is not a high-tier Hall of Fame pursuit like Dr. J from the same era.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$2.00 - $6.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $8-12, PSA 3: $15-20, PSA 4: $25-35
Comparable Sales
Recent raw copies in similar Mid-Grade (VG-EX) condition have sold for $3-$7. Graded PSA 7s typically reach $50, but low grades (PSA 2-3) rarely sell as collectors prefer them raw for lower prices.
Description
A classic piece of ABA history, this 1971-72 Topps card features Pittsburgh Condors guard Chuck Williams. The card boasts the iconic psychedelic 'bubble letter' team name typography at the top and a vibrant green background. Williams is shown holding the signature red, white, and blue ABA basketball. The card measures larger than standard at 2-1/2 by 4-11/16 inches (Tallboy format).
Key Features
Early ABA career card; features the defunct Pittsburgh Condors franchise and the iconic red, white, and blue ABA basketball; part of the popular 'Tallboy' vintage set.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The card stock shows the correct greyish-tan pulp texture of 1970s Topps issues. The ink saturation on the green background and the 'Tallboy' dimensions are consistent with legitimate 1971 production.
Flaws to Note
Obvious left-to-right centering issues (very narrow left border); heavy rounding on the upper right and bottom right corners; slight surface chipping along the top edge; localized staining on the top-right border.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (Auction or Buy It Now) is the best platform for set builders. COMC is also a viable option for low-to-mid grade vintage basketball.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fees will exceed the market value. Use high-resolution scans of both front and back. Use keywords like 'Tallboy', 'ABA', and 'Pittsburgh Condors' to attract niche franchise collectors. Ship in a 'Tallboy' sized top-loader and a bubble mailer.