The 1961 Fleer Walt Bellamy basketball card is a key rookie card from one of the most iconic vintage basketball sets. Bellamy, a Hall of Famer, made an immediate impact in the NBA, winning Rookie of the Year in 1962 after an outstanding debut season. The 1961 Fleer Basketball set is known for its clean design, bold colors, and historical significance, featuring many of the game’s all-time greats.
High-grade examples of Bellamy’s rookie card are tough to find due to centering issues, subpar card cutting, and its placement as card #3 near the top of the set, making it more susceptible to wear. A well-preserved 1961 Fleer Walt Bellamy card remains a highly sought-after collectible for serious basketball card enthusiasts.
Check out Lot Numbers 149 through 220 where we have 61 of the 66 cards from the 1961/62 Fleer set all graded PSA 8’s and 9’s!