BaseballToppsWillie Mays #261
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PSA 9
Willie Mays
Topps
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Willie Mays
1952 Topps #261

est. Market Value · PSA 9
$425,000
▲ +0.08% (30d)
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The 1952 Topps Willie Mays #261 is one of the most iconic rookie cards in baseball history, featuring the Say Hey Kid in his New York Giants uniform. This card is highly sought after due to Mays' legendary career with 660 home runs, 24 All-Star selections, and status as one of baseball's all-time greats. High-grade examples command premium prices in the vintage market.

The Card Official's ruling

Strong buy for serious collectors with capital, as this iconic rookie continues to appreciate and represents a blue-chip investment in the vintage baseball card market. PSA 8-9 examples offer the best value-to-appreciation ratio for long-term holding.

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$425,000
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$3,000
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141.7x
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14067%
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28
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Aug 2026
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