Jerry West is one of the greatest basketball players of all time.In addition to being a basketball star, he also had a legendary career as an NBA executive.
His rookie and early cards are very sought after and valuable.Let's take a look at some of these vintage Jerry West trading cards.
1961-62FLEER
Card #43
This card is the most widely-recognized Jerry West rookie card.It is universally considered a Jerry West rookie.
The 1961-62 Fleer Basketball set is a classic - and this West rookie is one of the key cards in the set.It is very valuable in high-grade conditions.
1960-61Kahn's
The 1960-61 Kahn's Jerry West was his first card. It is considered an oddball rookie.
The 1960-61 Kahn's Jerry West was made and distributed during his rookie season. They are rare and tough to find in good condition.
1961-62 Fleer "In Action"
card #66
This is Jerry West's 2nd card from the 1961-62 Fleer set.It is considered a subset rookie.
The 1961-62 Fleer set contains 44 solo and 22 in-action cards. Jerry West, Wilt Chamberlain, Elgin Baylor, and Oscar Robertson each have two rookies in the set.
1961-62 Bell Brand LakersAll Star
cards #8
This is the rarest Jerry West rookie card. It is considered an oddball rookie.
Bell Brand was a Southern California snack food company. This card is from a 10-card set of Lakers players.1961-62 is the only year they made baskeball cards. It is very rare.