1970-71 Topps Tom Boerwinkle #68
Tom Boerwinkle · Topps (T.C.G.) · Base
Player
Tom Boerwinkle
Set
1970-71 Topps Basketball (Tall Boys)
Year
1970
Card #
#68
Condition Grade
PSA 2 (Good) to PSA 3 (VG). Significant concerns include rounded and frayed corners, heavy edge wear with chipping, and surface staining on the reverse side. Centering appears slightly off-top to bottom.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps (T.C.G.)
Demand Level
Moderate. Collectors of the 1970-71 Topps set are frequent, but common players in low-grade condition move slowly compared to Hall of Famers like Maravich or Alcindor.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $15-25, PSA 3: $30-45, PSA 4: $55-70
Comparable Sales
Low-grade raw copies typically sell for $5-10 plus shipping. PSA 5 copies (much higher grade than this) recently sold in the $80-100 range, while PSA 2-3 copies rarely appear at auction as they are usually sold raw.
Description
This is a 1970-71 Topps 'Tall Boy' basketball card featuring Chicago Bulls center Tom Boerwinkle. This oversized card measuring 2-1/2" by 4-11/16" is a staple of vintage basketball collecting. The reverse side shown features career statistics from his first two seasons, a biographical blurb highlighting his status as the Bulls' #1 draft pick in 1968, and a 'cartoon' illustration typical of the era referencing his 7-foot height.
Key Features
Oversized 'Tall Boy' format unique to this era; high-demand vintage basketball set; Tom Boerwinkle was a legendary Bulls center and holds the franchise record for rebounds in a single game (37).
Authenticity Indicators
Correct T.C.G. copyright and N.B.P.A. markers; era-appropriate gray-ish cardboard stock; correct oversized dimensions for the 1970 tall boy series. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant softening and rounding of all four corners; heavy chipping and wear along the card edges; distinct surface discoloration/staining on the right-hand side of the reverse; overall visible age-related handling wear.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for mid-to-low grade vintage raw cards. COMC is also a good option for fixed-price sales to set builders.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fees will exceed the market value of a PSA 2 or 3. List it as '1970 Topps Tom Boerwinkle #68 Chicago Bulls Tall Boy' and provide clear photos of both sides to show the edge wear.