1969 Topps Chico Salmon #129
Chico Salmon · Topps · Base
Player
Chico Salmon
Set
1969 Topps Base Set
Year
1969
Card #
#129
Condition Grade
PSA 1 (Poor) to PSA 1.5 (Fair)
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low to Moderate (Niche)
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 1: $10-15, PSA 2: $15-20, PSA 3: $25-30 (Grading costs likely exceed market value)
Comparable Sales
Raw low-grade copies of this card typically sell for $1.00 or less in bulk lots. PSA 2 and 3 graded copies occasionally reach $20-30 but are slow sellers.
Description
A vintage 1969 Topps card featuring Chico Salmon of the Seattle Pilots. This card represents a piece of MLB history, as the Pilots only existed for one season (1969) before becoming the Milwaukee Brewers. The card features the iconic 1969 Topps circle design for the name and position, with yellow block lettering for the team name at the bottom.
Key Features
Seattle Pilots team designation (one-year franchise history); iconic 1969 Topps design; vintage card from a high-interest era for set builders.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic vintage cardboard stock with appropriate 1969 matte finish. Printing patterns and 'Pilots' font match known genuine specimens. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant condition issues including heavy edge wear, rounded and frayed corners, multiple surface creases (notably on the bottom right and top left), and surface scuffing/staining. The centering is also slightly off-top to bottom.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot or for a low starting bid), COMC, or local card shop bulk bins.
Selling Tips
Likely not worth the cost of grading due to its Poor/Fair condition. It is best sold in a 'Pilots Team Set' or as part of a 1969 Topps starter lot. Use high-resolution photos to show the creases clearly. Ship in a penny sleeve and top loader via eBay Standard Envelope for low-cost tracking.