1973-74 Topps Phoenix Suns Team Leaders Charlie Scott / Dick Van Arsdale / Neal Walk #182
Charlie Scott, Dick Van Arsdale, Neal Walk · Topps · Base / Team Leaders
Player
Charlie Scott, Dick Van Arsdale, Neal Walk
Set
1973-74 Topps Basketball
Year
1973
Card #
#182
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Authentic. Notable issues include significant surface staining/soiling visible across the bottom half and right edge, soft corners, and right-to-left centering issues (~80/20).
Category
Base / Team Leaders
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - Niche. While Hall of Famer Charlie Scott is featured, team leader cards are generally less desirable than individual base cards or rookies. Market is limited to team collectors or set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $5-8, PSA 3: $10-14, PSA 4: $18-25 (Note: Grading cost exceeds total card value).
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies of this specific card in 'Excellent' condition range from $3.00 to $6.00. Copies in this 'Very Good' or 'Good' state typically sell for $1.00 to $2.00 or are sold as part of team lots.
Description
A vintage 1973-74 Topps Phoenix Suns Team Leaders card featuring four photo panels. Top left: Charlie Scott (Scoring); Top right: Dick Van Arsdale (Free Throws); Bottom two panels: Neal Walk (Rebounds and Assists). The card features a vibrant yellow and blue center banner with the classic sunburst Phoenix Suns logo.
Key Features
Includes Hall of Famer Charlie Scott. Classic 1970s multis-panel design. Part of a highly collected vintage basketball set known for its simple but effective layout.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The card stock shows the appropriate age-related browning (toning) on the reverse, and the 'rosette' printing pattern is consistent with early 70s Topps lithography.
Flaws to Note
Significant surface dirt and brown staining/tobacco-like stains on the bottom right and lower edge. Soft/rounded corners. The card is heavily centered towards the left border. Significant edge wear on the right side.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now/Best Offer) or COMC. Local card shop bulk bins.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fees will be 10x the card's actual market value. List it clearly as having surface staining to avoid returns. Ship in a penny sleeve and top-loader using the eBay Standard Envelope for low-cost shipping.