1998 Topps Mays Commemorative Reprint Willie Mays 1959 Topps #6 of 27
Willie Mays · Topps · Insert / Reprint
Player
Willie Mays
Set
1998 Topps Willie Mays Commemorative Centennial Reprint
Year
1998
Card #
#6
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering is slightly heavy on the right; corners look sharp with minor edge wear on horizontal borders.
Category
Insert / Reprint
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Collectors of Willie Mays and '90s insert sets provide a steady base, though it lacks the surge of a primary Rookie Card.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$3.00 - $8.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $20-30; PSA 9: $45-60; PSA 10: $150-200
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $5 on eBay; PSA 9 examples have recently sold in the $50 range; PSA 10 examples can reach $175 depending on the market cycle.
Description
This is a 1998 Topps tribute card celebrating the legendary 'Say Hey Kid,' Willie Mays. The card features a high-gloss reprint of his iconic 1959 Topps card design, characterized by the blue and yellow nameplate at the bottom. A key distinguishing feature is the raised, gold foil 'Willie Mays Commemorative Reprint' logo on the front side, marking the 50-year anniversary of his career start.
Key Features
Features a Hall of Fame legend; part of a popular 1990s nostalgia set; gold foil commemorative logo; difficult to find in perfect PSA 10 condition due to edge chipping on high-gloss stock.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The raised texture of the gold foil stamp and the copyright information on the reverse (dated 1998) distinguish this from the original 1959 issue and modern unlicensed reprints.
Flaws to Note
A slight right-of-center shift in the image area; potential for microscopic white chipping on the dark background edges common for these 1998 glossy prints.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this specific card due to the high volume of player-specific collectors. It is also a good candidate for COMC (Check Out My Cards).
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are certain it is a PSA 10, as the grading fee often exceeds the value of a PSA 8 or 9. Use keywords like 'Commemorative Reprint' and '1959 Style' to attract buyers.