1999 Topps Draft Picks Josh Hamilton / Corey Myers #152
Josh Hamilton, Corey Myers · Topps · Rookie Card
Player
Josh Hamilton, Corey Myers
Set
1999 Topps Traded and Rookies - Draft Picks Subset
Year
1999
Card #
152
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Corners appear sharp, but slight top-to-bottom centering bias and minor edge wear on the silver border are visible.
Category
Rookie Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - Stable collector interest driven primarily by Josh Hamilton's turbulent career and high peak performance nostalgia.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $15.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $15.00 - $25.00, PSA 8: $30.00 - $50.00, PSA 9: $75.00 - $120.00
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales range between $5 and $12 depending on exact condition. PSA 9 examples have historically sold around $80-$100.
Description
1999 Topps Draft Picks card featuring Josh Hamilton of the Tampa Bay Devil Rays and Corey Myers of the Arizona Diamondbacks. The card features a distinct silver border with two oval portrait cutouts showcasing the young prospects holding baseball bats. Includes the gold foil Topps Rookie Card logo.
Key Features
Josh Hamilton true rookie card, high-profile former #1 overall draft pick, classic late-90s Topps design with foil accents.
Authenticity Indicators
Standard late-90s Topps card stock, sharp font printing, correct foil stamping. High confidence in authenticity; not a heavily counterfeited card.
Flaws to Note
Slight top-heavy centering, minor potential surface scuffs on the glossy finish common for this era.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay, COMC, or local card shops.
Selling Tips
Raw cards under $20 are usually best sold raw or bundled in a lot unless pristine condition warrants grading. Use clear photos in a penny sleeve and top loader.