2002 Topps Gold Mariano Rivera #150
Mariano Rivera · Topps · Parallel / Numbered
Player
Mariano Rivera
Set
2002 Topps Gold
Year
2002
Card #
150
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Corners appear sharp, edges clean, but top-to-bottom centering leans heavily toward the bottom border.
Category
Parallel / Numbered
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate to Strong. Mariano Rivera cards maintain a steady and dedicated collector base due to his status as the greatest relief pitcher of all time and a unanimous Hall of Famer.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$10 - $25
Graded Value
PSA 7: $15-$20, PSA 8: $30-$45, PSA 9: $75-$100
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for 2002 Topps Gold Mariano Rivera #150 range between $10 and $25 depending on exact condition and centering, with graded PSA 9 copies fetching around $80.
Description
Offering a 2002 Topps Gold parallel of legendary New York Yankees closer Mariano Rivera, card #150. The card features a striking metallic gold border surrounding a dynamic action photograph of Rivera running on the field in his classic Yankees pinstripes. The player's name is embossed vertically in gold foil down the left side, with the Topps logo in the upper left and team name in the lower right. The card back features career stats and bio data with a gold-foil stamped serial number.
Key Features
Hall of Famer, rare Topps Gold parallel serial-numbered to the year (2002), iconic New York Yankees closer, popular subset collectors' piece.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct card stock, authentic gold border foil sheen, and proper font typesetting consistent with legitimate 2002 Topps production. Not a heavily counterfeited card.
Flaws to Note
Slight top-heavy/bottom-heavy centering typical of early 2000s Topps production. Surface gloss is generally clean with minimal visible scratching.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay or COMC are the best platforms for selling modern parallel cards to a national audience of baseball collectors.
Selling Tips
Place the card into a fresh penny sleeve and top loader immediately. Take clear, well-lit photos against a neutral background to show the true condition of the gold borders and corners. List with clear keywords including player name, year, set name, and card number.