1972-73 Topps Lucius Allen #134
Lucius Allen · Topps · Base
Player
Lucius Allen
Set
1972-73 Topps Basketball
Year
1972
Card #
134
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) to PSA 4 (VG-EX). The card shows significant top-to-bottom centering issues (estimated 85/15), softening of all four corners, and visible edge wear on the right side.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low to Moderate. Demand is primarily driven by Milwaukee Bucks team collectors and set builders working on the 1972 vintage set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$2.00 - $5.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $8-12, PSA 4: $15-20, PSA 5: $25-30
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for mid-grade copies of this card average $3.00. PSA 7 copies (Near Mint) typically sell for $40-$50, but the centering on this specific card would prevent it from reaching that tier.
Description
This 1972-73 Topps basketball card features Lucius Allen of the Milwaukee Bucks. The card uses the iconic 1972 design with a vibrant pink border surrounding the action photo and 'BUCKS' vertically displayed in purple block letters on the right. Allen is shown in his home white Bucks jersey, number 42, during a game against the Lakers.
Key Features
Iconic 1970s design; vintage Milwaukee Bucks collectible from the Kareem Abdul-Jabbar era; Lucius Allen was a key contributor to the 1971 championship team.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence is High. The card stock shows the correct grey-toned cardboard backing typical of 1972 Topps; the 'Guard' basketball logo has correct line weight; the pink ink saturation matches known era-accurate pigments.
Flaws to Note
Obvious centering shift toward the bottom edge; rounded corners especially on the top left and bottom right; chipping along the right-hand edge; surface shows some light dimpling or minor scratches visible under light.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now with Best Offer) or COMC are the best venues for lower-value vintage singles like this. It is also a great candidate for a 'pick your card' multi-listing.
Selling Tips
Grading this card is not recommended as the cost of grading ($19+) would exceed the market value of the card given its centering and corner wear. Sell it 'raw' in a penny sleeve and top loader. Use high-resolution scans or photos of both front and back to attract vintage set-builders.