1984 Topps Don Mattingly Rookie Card #249
Don Mattingly · Topps · Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Don Mattingly
Set
1984 Topps Base Set
Year
1984
Card #
#249
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) to PSA 7 (NM) - Centering is slightly shifted left-to-right (approx 60/40), upper right and bottom corners show minor soft wear, edges have light touch marks, and surface shows minor dust/print dots.
Category
Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Strong - Mattingly remains one of the most consistently collected 1980s superstars, and his 1984 Topps rookie is a key cornerstone card for 80s baseball collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$20 - $35
Graded Value
PSA 6: $35-$45, PSA 7: $55-$75, PSA 8: $120-$160, PSA 9: $400-$500
Comparable Sales
Raw copies in Mid-EX to Near Mint condition consistently sell for $20-$35 on eBay. PSA 7 copies average $60-$75 in recent completed listings.
Description
1984 Topps Don Mattingly Rookie Card #249 featuring the legendary New York Yankees first baseman 'Donnie Baseball' in his iconic pinstripes and batting stance. Classic 1984 Topps design with team name banner at the bottom and circular Yankees logo.
Key Features
True RC / Rookie Card of 1985 AL MVP Don Mattingly; iconic 1980s flagship rookie card; massive collector fanbase among New York Yankees fans.
Authenticity Indicators
Genuine vintage cardboard stock, correct 1984 Topps color tones and typeface, authentic ink absorption patterns. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Slight left-to-right off-centering; faint softening on top right and bottom corners; slight edge roughness on the white border typical of 1984 Topps stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (Auction or Buy It Now), COMC (Check Out My Cards) for raw inventory, or local card shows with vintage focus.
Selling Tips
Due to grading costs ($20+ per card), grading this specific copy may yield a narrow profit margin unless it achieves PSA 8+. Selling raw in a penny sleeve and top loader with clear high-resolution scans on eBay is recommended.