1980 Topps Rickey Henderson Rookie #318
Rickey Henderson · Topps · Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Rickey Henderson
Set
1980 Topps Baseball
Year
1980
Card #
#318
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering appears slightly heavy on the right border, top border is a bit narrow. Corners show minor touches of wear. Edges are relatively clean with minimal chipping. Surface shows good gloss and color with no major scratches or print defects.
Category
Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Strong - Rickey Henderson rookie cards maintain steady and reliable demand from vintage collectors and Hall of Fame investors due to his unmatched records.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$60 - $120
Graded Value
PSA 5: $50-70, PSA 6: $90-130, PSA 7: $150-220
Comparable Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-grade condition have sold in the $75 to $110 range on eBay. PSA 6 graded copies generally realize around $100 to $130 depending on centering and eye appeal.
Description
Up for consideration is a iconic 1980 Topps Rickey Henderson Rookie Card #318. This vintage card features the legendary base-stealing king in his Oakland Athletics yellow and green uniform batting stance. The card features the classic 1980 Topps wood-grain or border design with a yellow 'OUTFIELD' banner in the top left and a green 'A's' ribbon banner in the bottom right containing a facsimile autograph.
Key Features
Official Rookie Card of Hall of Famer and all-time stolen base leader Rickey Henderson. Highly sought-after vintage key card from the 1980 Topps set, highly recognizable design featuring his facsimile signature.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence in authenticity based on traditional 1980 Topps card stock thickness, correct font typography, clear picture registration, and appropriate coloring. Card shows no obvious signs of trimming.
Flaws to Note
Slight right-heavy centering on the front border. Minor corner softening consistent with an mid-grade vintage card. Faint surface wear visible under direct lighting.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay, MySlabs, specialized Facebook vintage card groups, or through major auction houses for higher grade copies.
Selling Tips
If grading reveals a grade of PSA 6 or lower, selling raw might be a viable option to avoid grading fees, though authenticated slabs give buyers confidence. Clean high-resolution photos under natural light are essential. Ship securely in a penny sleeve, top loader, and team bag inside a bubble mailer with cardboard reinforcement.