1969-70 Topps Walt Bellamy #95
Walt Bellamy · Topps · Base (Hall of Famer)
Player
Walt Bellamy
Set
1969-70 Topps Base Set (Tallboys)
Year
1969
Card #
95
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Estimated: Significant rounding of corners, visible chipping on the right edge, and surface wear consistent with age. Centering is shifted towards the top-left.
Category
Base (Hall of Famer)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - While Bellamy is a Hall of Famer, demand is strongest for high-grade specimens or the bigger names in the set (Lew Alcindor, Wilt Chamberlain). Collectors of the 1969 Tallboy set are consistent buyers.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$15.00 - $30.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $15-20, PSA 3: $30-45, PSA 4: $60-80
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of raw Walt Bellamy #95 cards in VG/EX condition range between $18 and $35. Graded PSA 4 copies have recently sold for approximately $75, while PSA 3 copies typically sell in the $40 range.
Description
This is authentic vintage 1969-70 Topps Walt Bellamy card #95. This 'Tallboy' card features the reverse side in the image, showcasing Bellamy's career stats through the 1968-69 season where he played for both the New York Knicks and Detroit Pistons. The back includes a charming cartoon illustrating that 'Walt is one of the NBA's most graceful big men.' Known for their unique oversized dimensions, these cards are iconic staples of basketball card history.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player, highly sought-after 'Tallboy' design (2-1/2 inches by 4-11/16 inches), iconic 1960s basketball set, and first-year Topps basketball return.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic card stock shows the correct greyish-tan pulp texture. The 'T.C.G. PRTD. IN U.S.A.' printing on the bottom right is sharp and correctly positioned. Confidence: High. Not commonly counterfeited in this specific grade.
Flaws to Note
The card exhibits rounded corners (particularly the bottom right), heavy edge wear/chipping on the right side, and what appears to be a small pen or pencil mark on the right border. The centering is poor, favoring the top-left corner.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for mid-to-lower grade vintage basketball singles. COMC is a good secondary option for set builders.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card at its current estimated PSA 3 condition, as grading fees will likely exceed the value increase. List as '1969 Topps Walt Bellamy #95 HOF Tallboy' to capture set-builder traffic. Ship in a 'Tallboy' specific rigid top-loader to prevent further edge damage.