1979-80 Topps Pete Maravich #60
Pete Maravich · Topps · Base
Player
Pete Maravich
Set
1979-80 Topps Basketball
Year
1979
Card #
60
Condition Grade
PSA 1 (Poor) - PR-FR
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 1: $15-25, PSA 2: $30-40, PSA 3: $45-55
Comparable Sales
Low-grade raw copies (Poor/Fair) with surface damage typically sell for under $10. Near-mint (PSA 7) copies sell for $100+, but damaged specimens trade at a significant discount regardless of player stature.
Description
The reverse of the 1979-80 Topps Pete Maravich card features a red and tan color scheme with a 'Team Quiz' cartoon section. It details 'Pistol' Pete's career stats from the Atlanta Hawks and New Orleans Jazz eras, notably mentioning his legendary 68-point performance against the Knicks. This specific card represents one of his final cards released during his active career.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player, iconic 'Pistol' Pete Maravich, final career-era card, detailed scoring statistics, 1970s Topps design.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Card stock shows appropriate age-related toning for 1979 Topps chipboard. Printing shows the characteristic 'dot matrix' patterns and correct copyright line (©1979 Topps Chewing Gum, Inc.).
Flaws to Note
Significant surface damage/paper loss in the center of the statistics table where the card appears to have been stuck to another card or surface. Soft corners, edge chipping, and visible staining on the back. The centering is also shifted toward the top-right.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a low-grade 'filler' card), COMC, or local card shop bargain bins.
Selling Tips
Due to the paper loss/surface damage on the back, this card is not a candidate for grading. List as 'Raw / Poor Condition' with clear photos of the damage. Use keywords like 'Budget/Filler Hall of Fame' to attract collectors looking to complete a set cheaply.