1948-49 Leaf Jackie Robinson #79
Jackie Robinson · Leaf · Rookie Card
Player
Jackie Robinson
Set
Leaf Gum
Year
1948
Card #
79
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG)
Category
Rookie Card
Manufacturer
Leaf
Demand Level
Strong
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1,500 - $2,500
Graded Value
PSA 2: $1,000-1,500, PSA 3: $2,000-3,000, PSA 4: $3,500-5,000
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of Leaf Jackie Robinson cards in similar lower grades (PSA 2 to PSA 4) range between $1,800 and $4,500 depending on eye appeal and centering.
Description
An iconic vintage baseball card featuring the legendary Jackie Robinson in a batting pose against a stadium background. The card exhibits the distinct colorful backdrop typical of the post-war Leaf set with thin white borders framing the central colored image.
Key Features
True rookie card of Hall of Famer and civil rights icon Jackie Robinson from a scarce and highly collected post-war set.
Authenticity Indicators
Requires professional authentication due to the high volume of vintage reprints and counterfeits. Check paper stock thickness, dot pattern under magnification, and correct back printing.
Flaws to Note
Noticeable corner softening, slight edge wear, minor toning on the borders, and standard vintage surface wear appropriate for a lower-grade specimen.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Major auction houses such as Heritage Auctions, Goldin, or specialized vintage sellers on eBay
Selling Tips
Get the card professionally authenticated and graded by PSA, SGC, or BGS prior to sale to maximize buyer confidence and final realization price.