1969-70 Topps Walt Bellamy #25
Walt Bellamy · Topps · Base
Player
Walt Bellamy
Set
1969-70 Topps Basketball (Tall Boys)
Year
1969
Card #
#25
Condition Grade
PSA 2 (Good) to PSA 3 (Very Good)
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. As a Hall of Fame player, Bellamy has a steady following, but demand is primarily driven by vintage set collectors completing the 1969-70 Topps set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$15 - $30
Graded Value
PSA 2: $30-45, PSA 3: $50-75, PSA 4: $90-120
Comparable Sales
Recent sales for raw, mid-lower grade Walt Bellamy Tall Boys range from $12 to $28. PSA 3 copies have recently sold in the $55-$70 range, while higher-grade PSA 7s can fetch $300+.
Description
This is a vintage 1969-70 Topps Walt Bellamy card, recognized for its iconic 'Tall Boy' oversized design measuring 2-1/2" by 4-11/16". The card features the Hall of Fame center during his tenure with the Detroit Pistons. The design includes action illustrations in the corners and bold block lettering for the team name.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player; Iconic 'Tall Boy' oversized set; Vintage 1960s basketball card era; Distinctive oval photo frame design.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic period-correct brown cardboard stock; porous printing texture typical of 1960s Topps; appropriate 'Tall Boy' dimensions; High confidence rating.
Flaws to Note
The card exhibits significant rounding on all four corners, particularly noticeable on the bottom right. There is visible edge wear and chipping along the top and left sides. Surface shows minor staining/foxing in the white borders and a light surface scuff near the right side of the oval. Centering is shifted slightly toward the top-right.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the most efficient market for raw vintage cards of this grade. For a larger collection, COMC or a vintage-specialist auction house like Heritage (if part of a larger lot) would be appropriate.
Selling Tips
Due to the low estimated grade (PSA 2-3) and current market value, grading this card professionally is likely not cost-effective as the grading fee may exceed the card's added value. Advertise as 'Authentic HOF Vintage' and use clear photos of the back to verify information. Ship in an oversized 'Tall Boy' top loader or between rigid cardboard to prevent bending.