1971-72 Topps Keith Erickson #61
Keith Erickson · Topps (T.C.G.) · Base Card
Player
Keith Erickson
Set
1971-72 Topps Basketball
Year
1971
Card #
61
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (Very Good). Centering is heavily shifted to the top and right. Corners show significant rounding and softening. Edges have visible chipping and minor fraying. Surface appears to have light foxing or age-related staining on the reverse.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Topps (T.C.G.)
Demand Level
Low/Niche. Demand is primarily driven by set builders completing the 1971-72 Topps run or UCLA/Lakers team collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $8-12, PSA 4: $15-20, PSA 5: $25-30
Comparable Sales
Raw copies in similar low-grade condition typically sell for $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping on eBay. Graded PSA 7 and higher copies of this player generally fetch $35+, while mid-grades (4-5) struggle to exceed $20.
Description
This is the reverse side of a 1971-72 Topps Keith Erickson basketball card. It features a distinct mustard-yellow and charcoal grey color scheme characteristic of the set. The back includes a biographical blurb highlighting his performance against the Knicks in the 1969-70 Championship Series, complete career pro statistics from 1965 to 1971, and a 'May a dribbler alternate hands?' cartoon illustration with an upside-down answer.
Key Features
Includes 1970-71 season statistics; mentions his tenure with the Lakers and UCLA; features the iconic 1971-72 Topps basketball design.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The '©T.C.G. PRTD. IN U.S.A.' copyright and '©1968 N.B.P.A.' lines are standard for this issue. The card stock shows the correct grey/tan pulp texture typical of early 70s Topps issues. This is a common card and not frequently targeted for counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
Significant centering issues (OC); soft, rounded corners; distinct paper wear on edges; general age-toning. The card is likely not a candidate for high-grade professional certification.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a low-cost 'buy it now' with free shipping) or COMC (Check Out My Cards) for set-builder inventory.
Selling Tips
Due to the low value and condition, professional grading is not recommended as fees would exceed the card's value. List with a clear front and back photo to attract set collectors. Use the 'Plain White Envelope' (PWE) shipping method to keep costs viable.