25 Most Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Old Sports Cards (2023)

25 Most Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Old Sports Cards (1)

More...

When I look back at the 1985 Topps baseball card set, I have mixed feelings.

There are some fantastic rookie cards to chase and plenty of star power.

But, the set almost seems to be a collection of "what might have been" stories...

Scandal caught up with Clemens and McGwire.

Drugs and alcohol caught up with Gooden and Strawberry.

Injuries caught up to Mattingly and Davis.

Don't get me wrong, there are many positive vibes to this set and it's packed withplentyof Hall of Famers.

It's just that there could have beeneven moreHall of Famers packed within.

Regardless, the set has held up well over time and remains quite popular in the baseball card community.

And in this guide, I'll run through the ten most valuable.

Let's jump right in!

25 Most Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Old Sports Cards (2)

Ross Uitts - Owner

Love sports cards?

Get my weekly newsletter with the latest hobby updates delivered straight to your inbox!

Let's be clear:most of the cards from this set do not have any value these days.

(Video) 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Which Are More Valuable?

Like the 1985 Donruss and Fleer sets, large print runs saturated the market with these cards, driving down their values.

So, for the cards on this list to be worth much, they'll have to be graded by PSA to be in perfect, gem mint condition.

That means the card needs to be flawless.

Now that we got that out of the way, let's take a look at the list:

1985 Topps #401 Mark McGwire Rookie Card

Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $2,500

First on the list is the instantly recognizable Mark McGwire rookie card.

Part of a subset (cards #389-404) that paid tribute to several members of the 1984 U.S. Olympic team that took silver in Los Angeles that year, McGwire's card is clearly the key.

For some reason, Topps did not include every member of the team as they notably left out players like Barry Larkin and Will Clark, among others.

Despite the controversy that will forever surround McGwire, the card can still be worth a lot of money in high grade.

But, finding them in top condition can be difficult because of its position on the printing sheet.

Since it was located along the left side, you'll often find this card cut in such a way that throws off its left-to-right centering which prevents it from achieving gem mint status.

25 Most Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Old Sports Cards (3)

1985 Topps #627 Eric Davis Rookie Card

Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $1,100

During the mid 1980s to early 1990s, Eric Davis was considered one of the best outfielders in the business as he would consistently rack up great power-hitting numbers and Gold Gloves to boot.

And growing up in Central Indiana where there are lots of Reds fans, I remember this guy's name being tossed arounda lot in the card collecting community.

However, injuries piled up and sidelined Davis for the majorities of multiple seasons putting a damper on a once All-Star caliber ball player.

While Davis never did put up a Hall of Fame resume, he put up a solid career overall and his popularity remains incredibly high which is why his rookie card can be worth hundreds of dollars in top condition.

25 Most Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Old Sports Cards (4)

1985 Topps #181 Roger Clemens Rookie Card

Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $1,000

Next on the list is the rookie card of fireballer and pitching icon, Roger Clemens.

Like McGwire, Clemens' legacy will forever hang under a cloud of controversy due to his involvement in the PED scandal.

That said, there's no questioning how talented Clemens really was as he was mowing down opposing batters right from the beginning of his career well before the PED scandal took place.

With 354 career wins, 7 Cy Young awards, and 4,672 strikeouts (just to name a few of his unbelievable achievements) he certainly has the numbers to be inducted into the Hall of Fame.

But, we'll just have to wait and see if voters will ever end up giving a pass to guys like Clemens, Barry Bonds, etc.

In today's market, expect to pay around $400 for this card in gem mint condition.

25 Most Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Old Sports Cards (5)

1985 Topps #536 Kirby Puckett Rookie Card

Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $850

Kirby Puckett was one of my favorite players as a kid and this card was always among the top of my want list as a young collector.

The ten-time All-Star who could hit and field with the best of him and his charismatic personality made him quite the popular ball player among not only Twins fans but baseball fans in general.

There are many Hall of Famers in this set.

(Video) The 25 Most Valuable Baseball Cards from the 1980s

And there are several rookie cards in this set.

However, Puckett is the only player to meet both of those criteria making this card the only Hall of Fame rookie card in the set.

Sadly, Puckett died of a stroke at the young age of 45 but collectors throughout the hobby will always remember him and his rookie card as one of the best.

25 Most Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Old Sports Cards (6)

1985 Topps #30 Cal Ripken Jr.

Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $750

It may surprise you that Ripken's card can be worth so much but it's true: in PSA 10 condition, expect to shell out hundreds of dollars for this one.

Heck, even some of his rookie cards are in that price range.

So why would his 1985 Topps base card be worth so much?

Much of that steep price has to do with just how few of them there are in circulation in that PSA 10 grade versus how many Ripken collectors and 1985 Topps set builders are searching for them.

It's just old-fashioned supply and demand.

One of the most iconic players of the 1980s and 1990s, Ripken left a legacy as a durable, consistent hitter who some would argue was the greatest shortstop to ever play the game.

25 Most Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Old Sports Cards (7)

1985 Topps #665 Don Mattingly

Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $550

Donnie Baseball was one of the hobby's most sought-after players during the late 1980s and early 1990s because of his Hall of Fame trajectory and status as the leader of the legendary New York Yankees.

However, his is another case where injuries caught up to him and slowed down a once red hot career.

The 1985 season was his finest as he'd go on to hit for a .324 average, smash home runs, drive in 145 runs and score 107 runs which was all good enough to earn him MVP honors for that season.

He'd also pick up a Gold Glove and Silver Slugger award that year, too.

For the rest of 1980s he was still playing at a high level on both sides of the ball but in the 1990s his hitting production began to decline drastically.

He was still winning Gold Glove sin the 90s but his hitting just wasn't what it used to be.

Despite that, he is still one of the most popular players from that era and his cards are still in high demand in top grade.

25 Most Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Old Sports Cards (8)

1985 Topps #620 Dwight Gooden Rookie Card

Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $450

25 Most Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Old Sports Cards (9)

1985 Topps #547 Pete Rose

Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $400

Pete Rose appeared as both a manager (card #547) and player-manager (card #600) in the 1985 Topps set.

And he also had his own "Record Breaker" card for most singles in a career.

But, his #547 manager card is much more expensive than the other two in PSA 10 grade as there are far fewer of them in circulation.

Compared with only 12 copies of his manager card in PSA 10 condition, there are about eight times as many "Record Breakers" and fifteen times as many player-manager cards in PSA 10 condition, respectively.

Like other cards in this set, you can easily get a sense of how supply and demand can really push up a card's value with so many player collectors and set builders fighting to own them.

25 Most Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Old Sports Cards (10)

(Video) 1986 Topps Baseball Cards - 25 Most Valuable

1985 Topps #670 Tom Seaver

Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $400

Along

25 Most Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Old Sports Cards (11)

1985 Topps #278 Darryl Strawberry

Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $375

Along

25 Most Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Old Sports Cards (12)

1985 Topps #3 Dwight Gooden Record Breaker

Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $350

As a 19-year-old rookie phenom, Dwight Gooden burst onto the scene in 1984 as one of the game's most dominant pitchers after he led the league in strikeouts (276) and would win an impressive 17 games.

From that point on, the hype surrounding the young gun was huge.

Sadly, drugs and alcohol use would catch up to Gooden and derail what was then considered a sure-to-be Hall of Fame career.

And although Gooden actually made his cardboard debut in the 1984 Topps Traded and 1984 Fleer Update sets, his true rookie card would be his 1985 Topps #620 issue.

25 Most Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Old Sports Cards (13)

1985 Topps #760 Nolan Ryan

Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $350

And finally, we're down to Nolan Ryan's base #760 card which shows a fantastic image of the legendary workhorse ready to blow one by an opposing hitter.

As I mention in my article about his key cards, this is one of my favorite Nolan Ryan cards of all even though it's not close to being his most valuable.

The imagery is just incredible as it captures him doing exactly what we all know him for: throwing heat.

In top grade, this card will cost you over $100 even though there are tons of them in circulation in PSA 10 condition.

That just goes to show you how popular Ryan is in this hobby and with baseball fans in general.

25 Most Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Old Sports Cards (14)

1985 Topps #5 Joe Morgan Record Breaker

Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $325

25 Most Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Old Sports Cards (15)

1985 Topps #7 Nolan Ryan Record Breaker

Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $325

25 Most Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Old Sports Cards (16)

1985 Topps #115 Rickey Henderson

Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $250

25 Most Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Old Sports Cards (17)

1985 Topps #694 Joe Carter Rookie Card

Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $200

(Video) Most Expensive eBay Sales 1985 Baseball Cards - January 2022

25 Most Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Old Sports Cards (18)

1985 Topps #340 Robin Yount

Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $175

25 Most Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Old Sports Cards (19)

1985 Topps #420 Andre Dawson

Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $150

25 Most Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Old Sports Cards (20)

1985 Topps #460 Ryne Sandberg

Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $150

25 Most Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Old Sports Cards (21)

1985 Topps #493 Orel Hershiser Rookie Card

Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $150

25 Most Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Old Sports Cards (22)

1985 Topps #660 Tony Gwynn

Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $150

25 Most Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Old Sports Cards (23)

1985 Topps #100 George Brett

Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $125

25 Most Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Old Sports Cards (24)

1985 Topps #350 Wade Boggs

Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $125

25 Most Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Old Sports Cards (25)

1985 Topps #522 Paul Molitor

Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $125

25 Most Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Old Sports Cards (26)

1985 Topps #605 Ozzie Smith

Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $125

25 Most Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Old Sports Cards (27)

1985 Topps Baseball Cards In Review

When you look back at the 1985 Topps set, you can quickly tell just how much star power and great rookie cards there are in this 792-card set.

To this day, the set remains popular with collectors of that era who are looking to build the set in top grade and those who collect some of the big names of the 80s.

25 Most Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards - Old Sports Cards (28)

Within the set were also several different subsets, including:

(Video) 1985 Most Expensive eBay Sales Baseball Cards - 4th Quarter 2022

  • Record Breakers (#1-10)
  • Father/Son (#131-143)
  • USA Olympic Team (#389-401)
  • All-Star (#701-722)
  • Checklists
  • Managers

Time will tell if guys like McGwire and Clemens get into the Hall of Fame.

If so, the demand for this set would likely see even more of an uptick.

For now, it remains a solid set which enough of a fan base to keep top grade specimens in demand for quite some time.

FAQs

What is the most valuable Topps card 1985? ›

All 1985 Topps Baseball Cards

The most valuable card of 1985 Topps is currently 1985 Topps #401 Mark McGwire PSA 10 with a worth of approx. $2,751.00. The most traded card of 1985 Topps in the past 30 days on eBay was for 1985 Topps #536 Kirby Puckett with 125 trades and an average price of $6.01.

What year is the most valuable Topps baseball card? ›

1968 Nolan Ryan #177

While Topps printed many cards honoring his seasons, the 1968 "Rookie Stars" card, where he shares the spotlight with teammate Jerry Koosman, is the most valuable. One perfect gem mint 10 card (the only one of its kind so far) sold through Heritage Auctions in 2016 for $612,359.83.

What is the most expensive Topps baseball card from the 80s? ›

#1 Rickey Henderson 1980 Topps #482

And there are no other notable rookie cards of this legend. So, it makes sense the Hall-of-Famer would have a highly sought-after rookie card. But the Rickey Henderson 1980 Topps #482 card is helped along by the serious centering issues of the 1980 Topps Baseball set release.

What baseball cards should I look for that be worth money? ›

25 Most Valuable Baseball Cards: The All-Time Dream List
  • 1952 Topps #311 Mickey Mantle. ...
  • 1914 Baltimore News #9 Babe Ruth. ...
  • 1933 Goudey #53 Babe Ruth. ...
  • 1951 Bowman #253 Mickey Mantle Rookie Card. ...
  • 1916 M101-4 Sporting News #151 Babe Ruth Rookie Card. ...
  • 1933 Goudey #181 Babe Ruth. ...
  • 1955 Topps #164 Roberto Clemente Rookie Card.

What is the rarest Topps card? ›

Topps cards are highly sought-after due to their rarity, iconic imagery, and collectability, with the most expensive being the 1952 Mickey Mantle card, which sold for $2.88 million in 2018.

Who were the rookies in the 1985 top MLB? ›

The first thing that comes to mind when I reflect back on the 1985 Topps set is the strong rookie class. Kirby Puckett, Mark McGwire, Roger Clemens, Dwight Gooden, Eric Davis, and Orel Hershiser are some of the key rookies in this set!

Are there any baseball cards from the 80s that are worth money? ›

Easily one of the most iconic baseball cards of the 1980s, the Don Mattingly rookie card is the clear headliner of the 1984 Topps set. The same design of this card also appeared in the Nestle and O-Pee-Chee sets that year and all three cards are worth around $250-300 in top grade.

How can you tell if a Topps card is rare? ›

Check For The Print Run

It's become quite common with modern card releases to see limited card sets include the number on the design – this is obviously an easy way to establish the rarity of a sports card. Many card manufacturers will also release details on the print run for print-to-demand card sets.

What baseball card brand holds the most value? ›

The most valuable brand of baseball card can vary depending on the specific card, however, Topps is generally the most constantly valuable baseball card brand. Topps is considered the leader of the industry, and rookie cards produced by Topps are often very highly sought after.

What is the most expensive Ken Griffey Jr card? ›

The most valuable Ken Griffey Jr. cards include his 1989 Bowman Tiffany, 1989 Topps Heads Up, and 1989 Upper Deck #1 Star Rookie card. Massive print runs limit the investment value of Griffey's cards. Rally app offers fractionalized shares for valuable cards like 1989 Bowman Tiffany.

Are there any valuable baseball cards from the 80s and 90s? ›

Most valuable baseball cards from the 80s and 90s include Rickey Henderson, Derek Jeter, Barry Bonds, and Frank Thomas. Baseball cards were collectibles that featured the image and performance of a player. These cards were also called sports trading cards and had a famous market in the 20th Century.

What is the most expensive 1987 baseball card? ›

All 1987 Topps Baseball Cards

The most valuable card of 1987 Topps is currently 1987 Topps #320 Barry Bonds BGS 10 with a worth of approx. $3,720.00. The most traded card of 1987 Topps in the past 30 days on eBay was for 1987 Topps #170 Bo Jackson with 151 trades and an average price of $2.35.

What baseball cards are hot right now? ›

The 1909-11 T206 White Border Honus Wagner is famously the most sought-after card in the world, while more contemporary examples like the 2009 Bowman Chrome Mike Trout Auto Refractor and 2019 Bowman Chrome Draft Adley Rutschman Auto 1st RC are two of the hottest cards right now.

How can I find out how much my baseball cards are worth for free? ›

To look up baseball card values for free, simply go to eBay and search for your particular card. Sort the current listings buy “lowest price” and filter for “buy it now.” This will give you a quick and free idea of how much your card is worth.

What is the fastest way to find out how much a baseball card is worth? ›

How to Check Baseball Card Values. In short, the best way to find card values is to go to eBay and search for your card. You'll want to check the current listings to understand how much you could sell the card for right now, along with the completed listings to see the amount the card has sold for recently.

What is the rarest trading card of all time? ›

The famous Honus Wagner Card (which, depending on who you ask, is more well-known than the actual player) last sold in August of 2022 for a total of $7.2 million at auction. But of every other valuable card on the list, nothing comes close to the Mickey Mantle Rookie Card that shattered auction records last year.

What is the rarest rookie card? ›

1. Mickey Mantle 1952 Topps. It's believed there are only three PSA 10 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle rookie cards that exist, making it the most valuable rookie card of all time, in any sport.

What cards are worth collecting? ›

Quick Look: Best Cards to Collect for Profit
  • Best Overall: Mickey Mantle 1952 Topps Rookie Card.
  • Best Rookie Card: Luka Doncic.
  • Best NFL Card: Tom Brady Optic Base.
  • Best Classic Movie Cards: Star Wars.
  • Best Animated Cards: Pokémon.
Mar 23, 2023

Who are the hottest rookies in baseball right now? ›

Top 20 MLB Rookies For 2023
  • Gunnar Henderson. Team: Orioles Age: 22 Pos: 3B/SS. ...
  • Corbin Carroll. Team: D-backs Age: 22 Pos: OF. ...
  • Kodai Senga. Team: Mets Age: 30 Pos: RHP. ...
  • Jordan Walker. Team: Cardinals Age: 21 Pos: OF. ...
  • Grayson Rodriguez. Team: Orioles Age: 23 Pos: RHP. ...
  • Miguel Vargas. ...
  • Triston Casas. ...
  • Josh Jung.
Mar 24, 2023

Who was a rookie in 1985 baseball? ›

1985 American League Debuts
1985 American League Debuts 1985 A.L. Rookies | 1985 N.L. Rookies | Baseball Firsts (All Years)
#Name (sort)Debut (sort)
36Pat Keedy09-10-1985
36Bob Kipper04-12-1985
18Urbano Lugo04-28-1985
69 more rows

Who were baseball rookies in 1985? ›

Batting
RkNameAge
10Sid Bream24
11Chris Brown23
12Tom Browning25
13Steve Buechele23
13 more rows

What is considered vintage baseball cards? ›

Baseball cards that were sold before 1980 are considered vintage and are classified into two categories: pre-war and post-war. Pre-war baseball cards are considered the oldest and are of more value, while more post-war cards were produced and are not typically as rare or valuable.

What sports cards will be worth money in the future? ›

If you're looking for a long-term investment, you're going to want to go for the classic cards. Like blue-chip stocks, 'blue-chip' sports cards are well-established and have already shown to hold value over longer periods—your mint-condition Mickey Mantles and Babe Ruths.

Is there an app to scan baseball cards for value? ›

CollX uses millions of historical auction prices to calculate a card's average value. As you add cards to your collection, you'll see your overall portfolio value grow. Set conditions or grades on your cards and get more accurate prices.

Is there an app to see how much cards are worth? ›

Scan a card with the CardCastle app to instantly price check it! Know how much your cards are worth and track the value of your collection over time to make better buying, selling and trading decisions.

How do you identify a secret rare card? ›

First, they have a collector card number that's higher than the advertised set number — hence the "secret" in their name. Second, for every Secret Rare card in a Pokémon set, there's usually a card of a lower rarity that's identical from a gameplay perspective.

How do I know if my sports cards are worth money? ›

To find the value of sports cards, there is no better source than eBay. eBay will show you exactly what a particular card in a variety of conditions has recently sold for.

Which baseball card is rare? ›

1909-1911 Honus Wagner T206

Considered the rarest and most valuable baseball card in existence, there are only about 50 copies of this full-color card from 1909 to 1911, known as the T206 Wagner. In 2016, one sold at auction for $3.12 million.

What Mark McGwire cards are worth money? ›

Top Mark McGwire Rookie Cards
  • 1987 Topps #366 Mark McGwire by Topps from 1987 with a value of approx. $1.0.
  • 1985 Topps #401 Mark McGwire by Topps from 1985 with a value of approx. $8.0.
  • 1988 Topps #580 Mark McGwire by Topps from 1988 with a value of approx. $1.99.
May 1, 2023

What are the most valuable baseball cards from the junk wax era? ›

The six most valuable cards from this era include the 1989 Ken Griffey Jr. Rookie Card, 1990 Reggie Jackson Autograph, 1991 Michael Jordan baseball card, 1993 Derek Jeter rookie card, 1994 Mickey Mantle/Ken Griffey Jr. Dual Auto, and 1995 Electric Diamond Gold Derek Jeter.

What are the most valuable Nolan Ryan baseball cards? ›

The most valuable Card of Nolan Ryan is currently 1972 Topps #595 Nolan Ryan PSA 10 by Topps from 1972 with a worth of approx. $45600.0.

What is the most expensive Bo Jackson baseball card? ›

A 1986 Donruss Highlights Bo Jackson “In White” gem mint Baseball playing card recently sold for $912 at an auction in January 2022. The 1986 Donruss misprint card is a rare and unique addition to any Bo Jackson collection, with only six known PSA 10 copies in existence.

What years are the junk wax era? ›

Ranking the Junk Wax Era years of baseball cards, from 1987 to 1993 | Sporting News.

What Rickey Henderson cards are valuable? ›

About Rickey Henderson

The most valuable Card of Rickey Henderson is currently 1979 TCMA Ogden A's #9 Rickey Henderson PSA 10 by TCMA Ogden A's from 1979 with a worth of approx. $2200.0. Other Cards of Rickey Henderson to watch are: 1980 Topps #482 Rickey Henderson by Topps from 1980 with a value of approx.

What is the most expensive Darryl Strawberry card? ›

Most Valuable Baseball Cards of Darryl Strawberry
  • 1984 Topps Tiffany #182 Darryl Strawberry PSA 10.
  • 1991 Topps Desert Shield #200 Darryl Strawberry PSA 10.
  • 1983 Topps Traded #108T Darryl Strawberry PSA 10.
  • 1991 Topps Desert Shield #402 Darryl Strawberry PSA 10.
  • 1984 Donruss #68 Darryl Strawberry SGC 10.

What is the most expensive 1996 Topps baseball card? ›

1996 Topps #230 Ken Griffey Jr.

stands atop them all as the most desirable.

What are the most expensive 1970s baseball cards? ›

12 Most Valuable Baseball Cards from the 1970s
  • 1970 Topps Johnny Bench All-Star #464. ...
  • 1971 Topps Steve Garvey Rookie Card #341. ...
  • 1974 Topps Dave Winfield Rookie Card #456. ...
  • 1972 Topps (Carlton Fisk/ Cecil Cooper / Mike Garman) Rookie Card #79. ...
  • 1971 Topps Roberto Clemente #630. ...
  • 1975 Topps Robin Yount Rookie Card #223.
May 1, 2023

What vintage baseball cards are hot? ›

  • 1974 Laughlin Old-Time Black Stars Josh Gibson #8. ...
  • 2. 1983 Topps Tony Gwynn PSA Rookie Auto. ...
  • 1965 Topps Joe Morgan PSA 8 (RC) #16. ...
  • 1992 Score Joe DiMaggio Certified Auto /2500. ...
  • 1975 Topps Keith Hernandez PSA 9 Rookie #623. ...
  • 1951 Bowman Monte Irvin PSA 6 Rookie #198. ...
  • 1948 Bowman Phil Rizzuto PSA 6 Rookie #8.
Dec 21, 2022

What MLB rookie cards to invest in? ›

Grab These MLB Rookie Cards Before These Hitters Have Their...
  • Harrison Bader 2016 Bowman Chrome Prospect Auto. Harrison Bader broke in with the St. ...
  • Riley Greene 2019 Bowman Chrome Draft. ...
  • Oneil Cruz 2022 Absolute Kaboom. ...
  • Vaughn Grissom 2020 Bowman Chrome Prospect Auto.
Feb 24, 2023

What is a hot box baseball cards? ›

Sports Card Collectors open a Hot Box of Cards

Every month your Hot Box will contain: 3 autograph/memorabilia cards, 3 unopened packs & 50 Bonus cards (inserts, parallels, rookies, stars, semi-stars). Plus every month contains a special themed item.

How do I sell my baseball cards? ›

Read on to learn where you can sell baseball cards near you.
  1. eBay, Mercari and Offer Up Let You List Online and Deliver in Person. ...
  2. Online Classifieds Provide a Free Opportunity to Sell Baseball Cards Near You. ...
  3. Local Card and Hobby Shops Will Appraise and Buy Your Cards.
Mar 18, 2022

What baseball cards are of value? ›

Most Valuable Baseball Cards
  • 1909 American Tobacco Company T206 White Border #NNO Honus Wagner PSA 1.5.
  • 1951 Bowman #253 Mickey Mantle PSA 9.
  • 1952 Topps #311 Mickey Mantle PSA 8.
  • 1916 M101-4 Sporting News #151 Babe Ruth PSA 6.
  • 1955 Topps #164 Roberto Clemente PSA 9.
  • 1952 Topps #312 Jackie Robinson PSA 9.

What is the rarest baseball card and how much is it worth? ›

The current record price is the US$12.6 million paid for a 1952 Mickey Mantle baseball card (Topps; #311) on August 28, 2022, breaking all previous records.

How do you know when to sell a baseball card? ›

This is why selling and buying sports cards is challenging but also fun. For example, the best time to sell NFL football cards is during the months of September through January the next year. Then, best time to sell your MLB cards would be starting with April and up to October.

Are Topps baseball cards worth anything? ›

Topps cards are highly sought-after due to their rarity, iconic imagery, and collectability, with the most expensive being the 1952 Mickey Mantle card, which sold for $2.88 million in 2018. Collecting baseball cards isn't just a hobby, but also a popular form of alternative investing.

What is the best year of baseball cards to collect? ›

That crown goes to 1993 SP, with a foil set of rookies including Jeter, along with cards of Chipper Jones and Johnny Damon. The 1993 SP set on its own was revolutionary, and a great set in the opinion of many hobby enthusiasts given its premium approach.

How do I find out how much my Topps card is worth? ›

To check the value of your baseball cards, go to eBay.com or access the mobile app. In the search bar, type the name of the player, the card's year, and the brand. Also include relevant details like serial numbering, parallel version, grade, and more.

What is the most expensive card in the 1986 Topps baseball cards? ›

1986 Topps #100 Nolan Ryan

If you throw condition out the window, then this is probably the most desirable and valuable card in the set. Ryan is always one of the biggest names in any baseball card set in which he appears but his star power helps him stand out a bit more than usual in this one.

What baseball cards from the late 80s early 90s are worth money? ›

Most valuable baseball cards from the 80s and 90s include Rickey Henderson, Derek Jeter, Barry Bonds, and Frank Thomas. Baseball cards were collectibles that featured the image and performance of a player. These cards were also called sports trading cards and had a famous market in the 20th Century.

How do you tell if a card is worth a lot? ›

Head to PSAcard.com/auctionprices and search for your card. The more refined the query, the more accurate the results. It is best to include the year, manufacturer and subject of your card in your search. If you include the card number, expect All-Star results.

How much is a rookie Derek Jeter card worth? ›

Top Derek Jeter Rookie Cards

The most valuable Card of Derek Jeter is currently 1993 SP #279 Derek Jeter PSA 10 by SP from 1993 with a worth of approx. $204000.0.

What baseball card brand is most valuable? ›

The most valuable brand of baseball card can vary depending on the specific card, however, Topps is generally the most constantly valuable baseball card brand. Topps is considered the leader of the industry, and rookie cards produced by Topps are often very highly sought after.

How to sell your baseball cards? ›

For cards that don't have a high value, listing them on eBay or another online marketplace is usually the quickest and most efficient option. However, if you have more valuable cards, it's best to sell them through a trusted dealer or auction house that specializes in the trading of sports cards.

Which Ken Griffey Jr cards are worth money? ›

cards of all-time!
  • Ken Griffey Jr. 1998 Upper Deck A Piece Of Action Patch Auto /24 BGS 8.5 - $84,000. ...
  • Ken Griffey Jr. / Mickey Mantle 1994 Upper Deck Dual Signed Card BGS 9.5/AUTO 10 - $57,600. CardLadder. ...
  • Ken Griffey Jr. ...
  • Ken Griffey Jr. ...
  • Ken Griffey Jr. ...
  • Ken Griffey Jr. ...
  • Ken Griffey Jr. ...
  • Ken Griffey Jr.
Feb 7, 2023

Videos

1. 1,000$?! Valuable 1985 Topps Baseball Cards #1985topps #toppsbaseballcards
(Card collecting)
2. 1984 Topps Baseball Cards - 25 Most Valuable
(Wax Pack Gods)
3. Top 25 Most Valuable Baseball Cards from the 1980's - Update with giveaway!
(PSA COLLECTOR)
4. 1985 Topps Baseball Card Set
(Franks Card Corner)
5. The 20 Most Valuable Baseball Cards of the 1980s
(Baseball Card Collector Investor Dealer)
6. 1980 Topps Baseball Cards 30 Most Valuable
(Wax Pack Gods)
Top Articles
Latest Posts
Article information

Author: Allyn Kozey

Last Updated: 16/07/2023

Views: 6477

Rating: 4.2 / 5 (63 voted)

Reviews: 94% of readers found this page helpful

Author information

Name: Allyn Kozey

Birthday: 1993-12-21

Address: Suite 454 40343 Larson Union, Port Melia, TX 16164

Phone: +2456904400762

Job: Investor Administrator

Hobby: Sketching, Puzzles, Pet, Mountaineering, Skydiving, Dowsing, Sports

Introduction: My name is Allyn Kozey, I am a outstanding, colorful, adventurous, encouraging, zealous, tender, helpful person who loves writing and wants to share my knowledge and understanding with you.