2013 Panini Golden Age Frank Baker #2
Frank Baker (Home Run Baker) · Panini · Base Card / Legend
Player
Frank Baker (Home Run Baker)
Set
2013 Panini Golden Age Baseball
Year
2013
Card #
#2
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Damaged. Note the significant vertical creasing/bending on the left edge near the 'THIRD BASE' text, along with soft corners and edge wear.
Category
Base Card / Legend
Manufacturer
Panini
Demand Level
Low. While Frank Baker is a legend, this is a base card from a non-licensed (no MLB logos) Panini product. It is primarily sought after by set builders or player-specific completionists.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $1.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $20-25, PSA 10: $45-60. (Note: This specific card is not a candidate for grading due to visible damage).
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of raw, near-mint copies range from $1.00 to $3.00. Damaged copies like this one typically sell for under $1.00 or are found in bargain bins.
Description
This 2013 Panini Golden Age card features Hall of Famer Frank 'Home Run' Baker. The design is a throwback style with a sepia-toned photograph of Baker holding a bat. The card features the 'Panini Golden Age' logo in the upper left and identifies his position as 'Third Base' vertically. The card stock has a matte, vintage-style finish meant to replicate the feel of pre-war tobacco or caramel cards.
Key Features
Features a Cooperstown Hall of Fame inductee. The Golden Age set is popular for its inclusive list of historical figures and vintage aesthetic, appealing to set builders and pre-war era enthusiasts.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This is a modern 2013 mass-produced card with correct logo placement, font styles, and card stock for the Panini Golden Age product. Not a commonly counterfeited card due to low individual value.
Flaws to Note
Significant creasing/indentation on the left border next to the 'T' and 'H' in 'THIRD BASE'. Visible corner softening on all four corners. Possible surface scuffing. The damage on the left edge severely impacts the technical grade.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot), COMC, or a 'Dollar Box' at a local card show. Selling as a single on eBay may not be cost-effective after shipping and fees.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading exceeds the market value, especially given the visible damage. To sell, include it in a Hall of Fame lot or a 2013 Golden Age starter set. If listing individually, use 'PWE' (Plain White Envelope) shipping to keep costs low for the buyer.