1969-70 Topps Bob Weiss #17 Tall Boy
Bob Weiss · Topps · Base / Vintage Tall Boy
Player
Bob Weiss
Set
1969-70 Topps Basketball
Year
1969
Card #
#17
Condition Grade
PSA 1 (Poor) to PSA 1.5 (Fair)
Category
Base / Vintage Tall Boy
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate / Niche
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 1: $15-25, PSA 2: $30-40, PSA 3: $50-65 (Note: Grading cost likely exceeds card value)
Comparable Sales
Low-grade raw copies of this card typically sell for $5-$10. PSA 7 copies sell for roughly $150+, but in this 'Poor' condition, the market is limited to budget-conscious set collectors.
Description
This is a classic 'Tall Boy' vintage basketball card from the iconic 1969-70 Topps set. It features Bob Weiss of the Chicago Bulls in a circular portrait frame surrounded by four corner illustrations of basketball players in action. The card measures 2-1/2 by 4-11/16 inches, significantly larger than standard modern cards. The reverse features career statistics and a short biographical blurb.
Key Features
Oversized 'Tall Boy' format is highly collectible; part of the first major Topps basketball set produced after an 11-year hiatus; features the Chicago Bulls franchise in its early years.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence authentic. The card shows natural wood-pulp aging on the edges, the correct matte cardstock typical of 1960s Topps, and the half-tone printing dot pattern visible under magnification is consistent with the era. Not a commonly faked card due to lower player star-power.
Flaws to Note
Significant condition issues: multiple heavy creases across the middle and bottom of the card, rounded corners, surface soiling/staining, edge chipping, and a visible surface tear near the bottom-right corner. Centering is shifted moderately toward the top.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (Auction or Buy It Now), COMC, or vintage-focused sports card Facebook groups.
Selling Tips
Due to the damage, sell this as a 'filler' card for set builders. List with high-quality photos of the front and back. Use a 'Tall Boy' sized top loader to prevent further damage. Mention 'Tall Boy' in the title for visibility.