1968 Topps Stand-Ups Joe Namath PSA EX-MT 6

1968 Topps Stand-Ups Joe Namath PSA 6 – Broadway Joe in Die-Cut Rarity

In the late 1960s, few athletes commanded attention like Joe Namath. With his movie-star looks, rocket arm, and bold personality, Namath wasn’t just a quarterback—he was a phenomenon. Issued as part of a test set in limited regions, the 1968 Topps Stand-Ups series was an ambitious departure from traditional card design. Featuring bold pop-art backgrounds and die-cut figures meant to "stand up," these cards were often separated and discarded, making intact examples like this PSA 6 extraordinarily difficult to find.

This particular specimen showcases Namath in a classic drop-back stance, surrounded by a vivid red-and-yellow backdrop that feels straight out of a Warhol studio. Despite being over half a century old, the card retains strong color vibrancy and solid surface integrity. The die-cut edges and punch lines are intact, and the image of “Broadway Joe” remains crisp and commanding. With far fewer surviving than typical Topps issues from the era, the Stand-Ups series is highly sought after by collectors of oddball gems and AFL-era legends.