1971-72 Topps Basketball Red Robbins #233
Red Robbins · Topps · Base
Player
Red Robbins
Set
1971-72 Topps Basketball (ABA)
Year
1971
Card #
#233
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Corners show significant rounding especially on the bottom right and top right. Surface has visible red ink/pen markings on the left edge and center text area. Edges show moderate chipping. Centering is shifted slightly toward the top-right.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - Red Robbins is a niche player primarily collected by ABA completionists and team collectors for the Utah Stars or New Orleans Buccaneers.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $5-8, PSA 3: $10-15, PSA 4: $18-25
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of raw Red Robbins #233 in similar low-grade condition range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. Graded PSA 7 copies typically sell for $40-50, but ink markings on this specific card would result in an 'MK' (Marked) qualifier, significantly lowering value.
Description
A vintage 1971-72 Topps basketball card featuring ABA star Red Robbins. This card (back shown) includes his career pro statistics from the New Orleans Buccaneers and Utah Stars, along with personal biographical data and a 'How many pts' cartoon trivia box. The back features the classic green and blue dual-tone layout characteristic of the 1971-72 set.
Key Features
Short-lived ABA (American Basketball Association) player card; Iconic 1971-72 'Trio' design year; features statistics for a key ABA rebounder.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic cardboard stock with correct 1970/1971 copyright dates (A.B.A.P.A and T.C.G. PRTD USA). Print grain and ink absorption match original 1970s Topps production. High confidence.
Flaws to Note
Major red ink/pen markings on the back (left border and middle paragraph). Significant corner wear resulting in rounding. Surface stains/foxing visible on card stock. Edges are rough-cut and chipped.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (Low Starting Bid or 'Buy It Now'), COMC (Check Out My Cards), or a sports card forum focused on vintage basketball/ABA.
Selling Tips
Due to the ink marks and corner wear, the cost of professional grading would far exceed the card's market value. Sell this as a 'raw filler' for hobbyists trying to complete a low-grade 1971 Topps set. Use clear photos of both sides to show the ink marks.