April 2009
2001 SP Authentic Tiger Woods Gold RC Auto
Tiger Woods turned pro in 1996 and has since put together one of the greatest golf careers in history. At 33, he is already being compared to the game’s greats and has been shattering records while becoming the “face” of golf. For card collectors, the 2001 SP Authentic Tiger Woods Gold RC Auto card, is one many would love to get their hands on. Upper Deck printed this Tiger Woods card and there are only 100 them available. If you are looking to purchase one, try eBay. They had some listed the last time that I checked.
The value of having this card in one’s collection is high, largely because Woods has become one of the biggest and most recognizable sports stars in our generation. He has won 87 tournaments, 65 of them being on the PGA tour. In 1997 (one year after he turned pro), 2001, 2003, and 2005, he won the Masters. In 1999, 2000, 2006 and 2007, he finished atop the PGA’s. In 2000, 2002 and 2008, he was the U.S. Open champ. To say that Woods has been successful is an understatement!
If you are looking to purchase Tiger Woods cards, the Internet is a great place to look. You will likely be able to secure a better deal then you might “offline” due to the competition. However, don’t expect bargain basement prices. You can find a good number of Tiger Woods Trading cards on eBay. They payment systems are built in and the purchasing process is very easy and streamlined.
1952 TOPPS 311 Mickey Mantle
The 1952 TOPPS 311 Mickey Mantle is the most well known and perhaps the most sought after Mickey Mantle card. Serious collectors salivate over this card and the demand for it is very high. The value of this card continues to steadily grow.
This card is not only one of the most recognizable Mickey Mantle card but is one of the most popular in baseball card trading, period. Arguably, it shares this distinction with the 7206 Honus Wagner.
The price for this card remains very high and the demand just as high (if not more). It is difficult to find someone willing to sell their cards, largely because of the sentimental and pride factor of owning a 1952 TOPPS 311 Mickey Mantle card.
Mickey Mantle baseball cards are always some of the most coveted. This is not only because he was a great baseball player but also was one of the most followed and reported on. Many people associate the game with players such as Mickey Mantle (New York Yankees) who seemed to transcend the sport. Because of this, a Mickey Mantle baseball card is treasured and held in high regard.
1952 TOPPS 312 Jackie Robinson
The 1952 TOPPS #312 Jackie Robinson Brooklyn Dodgers card was apart of one of the largest baseball card sets ever printed during this time period. More then 400 cards were manufactured that year. Probably the most well-known and popular card in this set was the 1952 TOPPS Baseball #311 Mickey Mantle card. However, the 1952 TOPPS #312 Jackie Robinson Brooklyn Dodgers card is also notable. Other highly sought out cards in this set include Roy Campanella (#314), Hoyt Wilheem (#392) and Eddie Matthews (#407).
Jackie Robinson is known by most people, baseball and non-baseball fans alike as the first African-American to break the color barrier (in the modern era) in professional baseball. In 1947, he joined the Brooklyn Dodgers. Robinson went on to not only play in the Major Leagues but to excel. He became one of the premier baseball players of his time and also one of the most celebrated. For these reasons, a Jackie Robinson baseball card is worth a lot of money and would fantastic to add to a collection.
The price you can expect to play for this Jackie Robinson card will differ based on who you purchase it from. However, you will have to pay top dollar for a Jackie Robinson TOPPS card. You can find Jackie Robinson cards all over the Internet. A great place to find good deals on Jackie Robinson baseball cards is on eBay. You should be able to find a fair number of Jackie Robinson cards there.
1957 TOPPS 1 Ted Williams
The 1957 TOPPS Baseball #1 Ted Williams’ trading card captures one of baseball’s greatest players toward the end of his career. The 1957 TOPPS baseball card set features player statistics, colored pictures of the players and is numbered on the back. If you are looking for a Ted Williams TOPPS card, you can purchase one from a local collector or look online. eBay is a great place to buy an authentic Ted Williams TOPPS baseball card.
Ted Williams made his major league baseball debut in 1939 as a member of the Red Sox. Once there, he quickly established himself as one of the game’s best players. He was 4th in MVP voting and was the American League RBI leader that year. Williams went on to play 21 seasons, his career interrupted twice by his service to the military. Twice named the MVP of the American League, the six-time league-batting leader and two times Triple Crown winner, Williams is widely considered as one of the best hitters to have ever played the game. In 1966, Ted Williams was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame. More then 20 years prior to that great honor he had what many would consider his banner year. In 1941, Williams had 135 Runs, 37 HR, 120 RBI and batted .406.
Again, if you are considering purchasing a Ted Williams TOPPS baseball card, consider finding and buying a graded card eBay.
1986 Fleer 57 Michael Jordan Rookie Card
Nearly all collectors, amateur and professional alike, are ecstatic to be able to get their hands on authentic rookie cards of players who went on to become superstars in their respective sport.
Rookie cards of top players are not only fantastic to have in one’s collection but can also be very profitable for those looking to sell them. The Michael Jordan 1986 Fleer #57 rookie card is one of the most treasured of all rookie cards. These cards have become even more valuable because there were not an abundance of basketball trading cards printed in 1986.
This particular Michael Jordan card is one of the most popular in card trading circles regardless of the sport. Michael Jordan went on to become arguably the best and unarguably one of the best basketball players in the history of professional basketball. This card features Jordan attacking the rim with a one-handed dunk. The card is a classic and features a border that is colored red, white and blue.
Some people believe that the 1986 Fleer #57 Michael Jordan rookie card is the basketball equivalent of baseball’s Mickey Mantle 1952 TOPPS card. This is saying a lot as there is much respect and excitement surrounding the Mickey Mantle baseball card. Many basketball fans feel the same way about Michael Jordan as baseball fans feel about Mickey Mantle. You can find a Michael Jordan basketball card, particularly a Fleer Michael Jordan card, online. eBay is a great place to look.
