2008 Topps Mickey Mantle HR History #MHR319
Mickey Mantle · Topps · Insert / Tribute
Player
Mickey Mantle
Set
2008 Topps Series 1 / Heritage (Home Run History Subset)
Year
2008
Card #
#MHR319
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) Estimated - Centering is slightly heavy to the right; corners appear sharp through plastic; surface shows high gloss typical of 2000s Topps inserts.
Category
Insert / Tribute
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. While Mickey Mantle is the most collected player in the hobby, this specific modern insert was overproduced and is easy to find.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $12-18, PSA 9: $20-30, PSA 10: $60-80 (Note: Grading cost likely exceeds market value).
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for individual HR History cards range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. Complete sets or large lots of these inserts typically Sell for $0.25-$0.50 per card.
Description
This 2008 Topps Mickey Mantle insert features a classic 1958 Topps design aesthetic. The card commemorates Mantle's 319th career home run with a 'HR #319' baseball logo in the lower-left corner. It depicts a dual-image layout with a portrait of Mantle and an action shot of him swinging, set against a green background with vibrant red and white accents.
Key Features
Features the iconic Mickey Mantle; part of the massive 536-card Home Run History tribute set; nostalgic 1958-style design.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This is a modern 2008 insert, not the original 1958 card. The card stock is modern white gloss and the 'Topps' logo is the modern version.
Flaws to Note
Card is currently stored in a PVC-style binder page which can cause surface 'oil' or sticking over time. Centering is shifted slightly toward the right border.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a lot on eBay or listed individually on COMC (Check Out My Cards). Local card shops may buy it as bulk inventory.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you believe it is a flawless PSA 10 candidate, as the grading fee is higher than the card's value. List as '2008 Topps Mantle HR History' to help collectors finishing the set find it.