1983 Topps Tony Gwynn Rookie #482
Tony Gwynn · Topps · Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Tony Gwynn
Set
1983 Topps Baseball
Year
1983
Card #
#482
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) or PSA 7 (FN)
Category
Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Strong
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$25 - $50
Graded Value
PSA 5: $20-30, PSA 6: $40-60, PSA 7: $70-100, PSA 8: $150-200
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for mid-grade 1983 Topps Tony Gwynn rookies range between $30 and $55 depending on exact centering and surface wear. PSA 6 examples typically fetch around $45-$65, while PSA 7 copies trend around $80-$110.
Description
Offering a classic 1983 Topps Tony Gwynn Rookie Card #482. This iconic card features a main action photo of Gwynn running the bases, complemented by a circular inset portrait in the lower-left corner displaying him in his San Diego Padres cap. The card layout includes the traditional Topps green border and the player name and team designation block at the bottom right. A must-have centerpiece for any Hall of Fame or 1980s baseball card collection.
Key Features
Official Rookie Card of Hall of Famer Tony Gwynn, one of the greatest hitters in MLB history with a .338 career batting average and 8 National League batting titles. Features the iconic 1983 Topps dual-image design layout.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence in authenticity based on proper card stock thickness, crisp font alignment, correct color saturation on the Padres uniform and green borders, and standard Topps 1983 back features. Noted as a commonly counterfeited card, so back examination and loupe inspection of print dots are recommended.
Flaws to Note
Noticeable top-to-bottom centering imbalance with a heavier top border. Mild corner softening and minor edge chipping consistent with mid-grade vintage cards.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay, COMC, or dedicated vintage Facebook card groups
Selling Tips
Remove carefully from the current penny sleeve to inspect the back and surface under direct light before photographing. Clear, high-resolution scans of both the front and back against a dark background will maximize buyer trust. If raw, price fairly according to the mid-grade condition.