Mickey Mantle 1952 Topps Card Value Guide
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The 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle #311 card remains a cornerstone of baseball card collecting, with recent sales underscoring its enduring appeal.
12-Month Trend Summary
Over the past year, the 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle #311 card has experienced significant fluctuations in its market value. Notably, a PSA 9 graded card sold for $2.88 million in 2022, while an SGC 9 graded card fetched $4.5 million in August 2023. These transactions highlight the card's potential for substantial appreciation, particularly in higher grades.
Most Valuable Cards & Key Investments
- PSA 10 Graded Cards: With only three PSA 10 graded cards in existence, these are the pinnacle of rarity and value in the market.
- SGC 9 Graded Cards: An SGC 9 graded card sold for $4.5 million in August 2023, demonstrating the high demand for well-preserved examples.
- PSA 9 Graded Cards: A PSA 9 graded card sold for $2.88 million in 2022, indicating strong interest in near-mint examples.
Population Report + Scarcity Commentary
The PSA population report indicates that there are three PSA 10 graded 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle #311 cards, with no higher grades available. The SGC population report shows two SGC 9 graded cards and one SGC 9.5 graded card, with no SGC 10 graded cards. This extreme scarcity in the highest grades contributes significantly to the card's value, as collectors vie for these rare specimens.
Price Table
| Grade | PSA Population | Recent Sale Price | Sale Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| PSA 10 | 3 | Not Available | — |
| PSA 9 | 6 | $2,880,000.00 | 2022 |
| PSA 8 | 35 | $1,560,000.00 | 2022 |
| PSA 7 | 77 | $246,000.00 | 2022 |
| PSA 6 | 122 | $153,100.00 | 2022 |
| PSA 5 | 185 | $133,905.60 | 2022 |
| PSA 4 | 215 | $40,200.00 | 2022 |
| PSA 3 | 206 | $422.00 | 2022 |
| PSA 2 | 237 | $45,650.00 | 2022 |
| PSA 1 | 376 | $28,690.00 | 2022 |
| PSA Authentic Altered | 214 | $37,700.00 | 2022 |
Buy / Sell / Hold Outlook
Given the card's historical performance and the scarcity of higher-grade specimens, the 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle #311 card remains a strong investment. Collectors should monitor the market for opportunities to acquire well-preserved examples, particularly those graded PSA 8 or higher, as these have shown significant appreciation over time.
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Mickey Mantle RC Auto Signed Rookie 1952 Topps #311 HOF Porcelain Retro Stats BK
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1988 Baseball Cards Magazine MICKEY MANTLE #311 1952 Topps Auto PSA 9 Mint POP 3
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1952 Topps #311 Mickey Mantle CGC Authentic
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1952 Topps 311 Mickey Mantle Yankees CGC Authentic Trimmed
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1952 Topps Mickey Mantle Iconic High Number #311 Yankees HOF GOOD COLOR SGC AUTH
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🌟1952 Topps #311 Mickey Mantle PSA 1🌟ROOKIE CARD~RARE FIND~AWESOME INVESTMENT!
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Methodology & Ethics
Data sources — Goldin Auctions closing prices, eBay Terapeak analytics, and PSA Auction Prices Realized.
Sampling window — We analyse the latest 90 days of public sales. A grade appears in our tables only when at least three verified transactions exist for that grade.
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