Top 50 Most Valuable Cards in My Collection - 2022 Edition

[@simondaughtry4619]

Stan Musial had 3630 base hits~1815 hits at home ... 1815 hits on the road.....you couldn't do that again if you tried... Mantle respected no other player more than Musial. ~great stuff here Mike... a pleasure watching.

[@BaseballCollector]

I think Musial is way undervalued in the hobby.

[@mickey-eq5vw]

we're never gonna see hit numbers near that these days pitching way too good i doubt we're gonna see guys break 3000

[@mikekeeler6362]

​@@mickey-eq5vwthat's because of Analytics you have a lot of part-time players in the game now they don't play whole season

[@ACollectorsDream]

Awesome collection thanks for sharing. Some incredible grails in your collection. Congratulations

[@ClementeCollector]

Great 50 cards! My favorite video on this channel! Thanks for your love of cards and sharing! 🤙🏻

[@Brad-mj3tg]

Love this video each year. Surprised on the ‘54 Bowman Mays. Great achievement on almost completing the Mantle run. Finally starting to get some of his cards as I had avoided the Mantle premium for decades. Still drool over your Wilson Franks Campy.

[@terrysavage825]

I think you’ll be glad you bought the Leaf Musial even given the price fluctuation. What a beauty to own…Great video!

[@halfcenturycollectingcards]

Awesome to watch this Mike-- been listening to your podcasts, but had to see this one. Loved them all, especially both the Satchels!

[@bfgolf]

Really awesome to see them all together like that. I figured that mantle was gonna hold on to number 1! Love the 54 bowman ted in the sgc slab. Wow

[@strongjohn7078]

Excellent collection Mike. Fun to watch. Gehrig 33 was my favorite. Was hoping a Ryan RC would crack the top 50. Maybe next year.

[@C.Baumann]

WHOA! The last sale of the Clemente was for the Clemente that I just bought!!!! It's kinda funny, because my budget was for a 3. But every single 3 that came up was selling for what comps in 4s were, and nobody was budging with offers. So I said the hell with it. I saved up a few hundred more and waited for the next well centered 4 to come up. At the last seconds I pushed all in at 3150 and won it for 3040. I was super stoked. Super iconic card that I'm extremely happy to have in my collection, and kinda fun to be indirectly involved in your video!

[@BaseballCollector]

That is very cool. Congrats on the great card.

[@Firecracker321g]

WOW.........WOW WOW WOW! I CAN ONLY DREAM OF OWNING A COLLECTION LIKE THIS! There is no way I would even be able to pick just 1 as my favorite, they are ALL MY FAVORITE. The Mike Trout would be my least favorite but would still love to own it. AWESOME CARDS MAN. CHEERS from Florida

[@ChuckNorthSideGuy]

What I really love about Top 50 Most Valuable videos is that it demonstrates how collections gain a real special, and unique, "feel" to them through the years and evolve as you continue to add. Of course it is nice to see the "value" of the cards go up in dollars, but this kind of lineup really is a trip down HOW you collect through the years. What you have shared is rich is all the BEST aspects!

[@BaseballCollector]

Thanks Chuck. That is an awesome compliment coming from you.

[@cv_sports_cards]

Wow!!! Wow!! Spectacular collection Mike. Very sweet, thank you for sharing this with us, always wondered what you had and now we see. Hope it appreciates year after year brother. Gonna make one too soon and show off my stuff as well.

[@BaseballCollector]

Awesome. Would love to see it.

[@chadlewis6574]

Great Video, Mike. Collection is worth being proud of. As long as you love it, it doesn't matter if they have gone down. The Harper was big surprise. Have you ever video about the books that you keep in the background?

[@GoldenSlumber474]

Love videos like this Mike especially from your collection & the way your present the data. I’ll take the Mantle 2 all day long

[@billyscardcorner8118]

Always one of my favorite videos. Thanks for sharing, Mike!

[@Johndeplume.]

Really enjoyed this breakdown in prices, the percentage increase/decrease, and sharing what you paid for some of the cards. Thank you, Mike. 👍

[@BaseballCollector]

Thanks John

[@StarHuddle77]

Always a joy and a pleasure to watch these Mike. While I agree the dollar value isn't as important as the personal value, it is interesting to see the fluxuations in $ value. Just a beautiful collection and appreciate you in the hobby. Happy new year!

[@jeffairtime3412]

Absolutely loved this vid! So many beautiful cards... especially all the vintage! I posted my top ten a few weeks ago and it looks totally different than yours- it just goes to show how many awesome cards there are to strive for in the hobby!

[@BaseballCollector]

No doubt Jeff.

[@JStottlemire1]

I love these review videos. So many great cards. Thanks for sharing and happy holidays.

[@BaseballCollector]

Same to you Josh!

[@17guzy]

look forward to this every year. Thank you sir for sharing/posting.

[@BaseballCollector]

Thanks. I look forward to doing it every year just to see how things have changed around.

[@scottstuber5857]

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE, these year-end/recap videos! Thanks for sharing, Mike!

[@BaseballCollector]

You are so welcome!

[@dannyhutchens8255]

Great video! 👍 Would love to see more like this. Proud to say I have 27 of the 50.

[@DiamondyardSportscards]

Been waiting for this one, knowing you've added a lot of blazers this year... Bowman Satch, sweet '53 Mantle, #61 marine green Lou, and great Leaf Stan! Man, that '51 Bowman Mick makes me jealous;) Thanks for the shout out on the '50 Bowman Jackie. Have a great weekend, Mike and thanks for sharing.

[@BaseballCollector]

Thanks George. You need to do a video like this. I would love to see the blazers that you have!!

[@raykrouse136]

Very impressive collection. Great collection of Mantles. The Aaron Rookie is the card I want most given the price point. I will never own a 52 Topps Mantle but the Aaron is a possibility.

[@TJ_Is_Online]

Great video Mike. Thanks for sharing your collection

[@GriseldaBSF410]

Amazing collection ! Thanks for sharing,I'm a sucker for any Jackie Robinson card

[@BaseballCollector]

I am too.

[@banjocatoscs]

Very nice cards sir! And great video. I enjoyed watching.

[@BaseballCollector]

Glad you enjoyed

[@CardKingCollectibles]

Really enjoyed this video. That Mantle rookie is off the charts incredible. The registration on it is flawless. You have an outstanding collection!

[@BaseballCollector]

Much appreciated!

[@CardKingCollectibles]

@@BaseballCollector Of course!

[@RambisRants]

I consider you one or the very rare PRO’s out in the hobby today👏I’m sure your would be humble and disagree, but that proves my point even more, your passion is unmatched and always willing to learn new stuff. I never see you pushing cards, or product, or apps, it’s all great and fun info and I learn every time, just had to finally say something as I enjoy your videos so much haha 🔥👏

[@BaseballCollector]

Wow, thanks Jason. I appreciate it.

[@Purplegt22]

Wow I really enjoyed this Mike!!! So many beautiful cards here. That 51 Mick though is a stunner.

[@BaseballCollector]

Thanks buddy

[@TalkingBallCards]

You have an incredible collection! Awesome assortment. It was very nice getting to meet you at the national!

[@BaseballCollector]

Thanks! You too!

[@JohnnyHanig]

Love your shows ! Thanks for sharing !

[@BaseballCollector]

You bet. Thanks

[@bradanderson7779]

Incredible collection, great video. Give me the '56 Ted Williams, any day, in that grade. Thanks!

[@grownmanlookingatsportscar194]

Amazing collection! Cool to see Trout and Harper representing a little modern too. If you’re gonna have the majority of your exposure to 1 player, Mantle is a good choice.

[@StraightRaceCards]

Awesome collection. I’m biased towards the Wajo, but love the Ted Williams 48/49 Leaf. Great stuff! Was surprised to not see a Cobb in there, but know you aren’t as much a prewar guy! Thanks for sharing!

[@BaseballCollector]

Thanks Matt. Getting one or both of the T206 Cobb portraits is definitely on my "someday" list.

[@kellyoneal900]

great video Mike really enjoy seeing this with your commentary too thank you!!!

[@BaseballCollector]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@jude999]

Vintage all day every day. Great info, shocking how much Mays went down in a year. Odd that 56 Mantle went down when others up. That Campy a beautiful card! Need to consider 15% real inflation rate too.

[@bobbybaseball4064]

Its only a matter of time till you get that 1952 Topps Mantle, Mike. I think we all know that! :-) I'm really looking forward to you doing that and seeing you showcase it. As fyi, buying one is one of my favorite memories in the hobby, as I was completing my 1952 set at the National about 5 years ago or so.

[@nufcedcards]

So many great cards… you had some awesome additions in 2022. I love the WaJo portrait. Glad I was there for the acquisition of #2!

[@BaseballCollector]

You and me both!

[@KevinKauffman-jf9ex]

Incredible collection!! Thank you for sharing!!

[@BaseballCollector]

Thank you too!

[@whitesoxfancardcollector]

The Seaver was a short print within the high series and Carew wasn’t. Both definitely more scarce than the lower series, but that’s the primary reason. This list is amazing Mike!

[@BaseballCollector]

Thanks. Good to know

[@JunkWaxHero]

Finally had a chance to finish watching this. I didn’t know you had some of these. There’s nothing you can do to prepare me for that number one card. Wow.

[@BaseballCollector]

Thanks Mike. I will warn you next time I show it. LOL

[@markmeissner1665]

Very impressive, Mike. I guess I would take the 56 Mantle in a 2, since I already have the Williams in a 6. Also, hard to believe that 54 Bowman Mays has fallen that much. Probably a good time to go add one of those!

[@aaronpayne3342]

Great video. I love the 2021 vs 2022 prices but not sure the last sold price is a best reference . The last 1954 Mays sold was $649. Overall the last 3-5 sales much higher than the $471 noted. Looks like you’re better off than you thought 😃

[@SilverJackify]

Such a great video Mike! I really like how you put rank, value, percentage change. I might have to do that when I do my video next year. Is it annoying that your number 1 will never change? Whew, that mantle is gorgeous! So many great cards. Top 100 next year!

[@BaseballCollector]

Thanks Joe. It is not annoying. I am just glad to have that kind of card in my collection.

[@curtiscuvelier5021]

Man you look so much like my older brother. Great videos I really appreciate them and your knowledge and opinions on baseball cards.

[@ottoolsen7640]

You know since that 54 Mays didn’t make your Top 50 and you have my address, I’ll just get that dud out of your way for you 😂. No shit, though, your collection is damn impressive. Thanks for the show.

[@leapheap6837]

Congratulations 🍾🎉🎈🎊 on your top cards. The #1 Mickey Mantle takes the cake!

[@VintageBaseballCardPacks]

Great video! Thanks for sharing. Appreciate the commentary with the cards.

[@geezmikey]

thats a very impressive top 50, i should do one of these videos. and kinda keep track of my collection as years go on like you.

[@BJK13]

I want to find some of these in the wild, don't care if they're creased or not. There's something so cool and special about these old cards. Great Stuff, thanks for sharing!

[@BaseballCollector]

Thanks Brian. They are out there.

[@DoubleDvintagebaseballcards]

Mike just some fire !!! You know what I really enjoyed is that you shared the total value of your top 50 and included last years price. I took note of the 54' Koufax, 54' Bowman Mays, 48 49 Leaf Stan, 53 Mantle Bowman and 51 Mays RC . All just got put on my wish list. Since I have been selling like a mad man I have really been focusing on some big fish and know these have gone down a decent amount in those grades at least puts them on my radar so thank you for all that work you did. I definitely would choose the Mantle RC as my favorite but isnt that obvious ha ha ha ha. Double Shaka Dude

[@BaseballCollector]

Thanks Dylan. I hope people look at it as informational and not just me flexing.

[@DoubleDvintagebaseballcards]

@@BaseballCollector if anyone thinks that than they do not know you and your channel. Love these. I would do this but I dont want to spend the time 🤣🤣

[@12centcomicsandcards]

Absolutely love the Musial with that 48 leaf design! Super underrated hitter

[@BaseballCollector]

Agreed!

[@MikelTulp]

Beautiful collection Mike

[@michaelgolden4938]

Congrats on the PSA 5 ‘51 Mantle. Beauty.

[@rayfromphilly6969]

Great cards Mike, I'd rather have the mantle in a 2 than the williams in a 6. Its interesting to see cards that went down in ranking but went up in value.

[@sheblindedmewithrefractors8795]

Incredible video my friend. That 51 Mantle just looks better and better everytime I see it. It still has a commanding lead at the top of the list. I was shook seeing Bryce Harper at #6.

[@BaseballCollector]

Thanks Andy. I do not think the Mantle rookie will be dethroned anytime soon...unless I win the lottery. But if I win the lottery, Julie will make me spend all of the money out at the ranch. LOL

[@dustinbellinger3436]

I would want the Mantle in a 2 in the 56 set only because that was the year Mantle was the MVP that season which is part of a project I have been working on. Some spectacular cards Mike. Happy New Year!

[@thomasdilts743]

Absolutely love the top 50 videos! Yourself and a few others have really been an inspiration to me, as far as collecting vintage baseball cards. I need to join in on the fun and start making my own videos. Until then, I just want to say thanks for the awesome content and keep up the great work!

[@BaseballCollector]

You are very welcome Thomas. I am honored to be an inspiration.

[@kellymelonekellymelonekard3087]

Hi Mike. I’ve watched your Top 50 video the last 3 or 4 years and just love it. It’s always interesting which cards move way up or way down on your list.

[@RatedRookie]

Really enjoy this countdown every year, Mike! Absolutely phenomenal cards. It’s fun to have seen the journey on several of them

[@BaseballCollector]

Thanks Josh. You have definitely been personally involved in the acquisition of several of them. And I appreciate having the memories with you.

[@chuck-thecornerstorecardco1205]

Nice display of cards Mike, love all the Mantle's in your collection. I am in the process of making my first top 50 cards in my collection video, so l am excited to see some values of my cards as I also look at prices rarely.

[@BaseballCollector]

That is awesome Chuck Can't wait to watch it.

[@godisgreat8462]

Another awesome video 🎉🎉

[@888strummer]

Excellent video and a great finish with that Mantle. I'd put that up around $40,000 with that centering; or at least $35,000. A very similar one at PSA 5 with almost identical centering sold with a best offer from the $42,000 price. For me I only collect PSA 6 or better, but it means I have no Ruths or Gehrigs or Jackie R's cards or many others. Watching your video makes me see the fun in having some of the games greatest in PSA 2's and 3's

[@BaseballCollector]

Just build the best collection for you. If you want to add some lower grade stuff then great but if you like the way you currently do your collection then that is awesome too.

[@SconnieTradition]

Great Top 50 Mike! I really enjoyed this. A bit baseball heavy, however. ;)

[@BaseballCollector]

Well Scott. I am a baseball guy...LOL

[@chrishayes4166]

Fantastic collection! It seems like 2022 was maybe the year that the newer masses began discovering pre war cards. That and a continuing piling in on Mickey Mantle apparently haha. 53 Topps isn't necessarily my favorite 50s set (it's an awesome set don't get me wrong) but that Satchel Paige is such a sweet card, I get why it's so popular.

[@BaseballCollector]

Thanks Chris.

[@4softcorners728]

Really entertaining watching this Mike!

[@BaseballCollector]

Thanks.

[@leehaskins307]

I would want the 1956 mantle in a 2 then a williams in a 6….. the mick just has the shine everyone knows and wants.. demand is there… and I love the mick cards… i also want every card of his.. but of course will never get the 52 mick...

[@benjaminlyng8269]

The 1956 Mantle is my favorite Mantle card.

[@leehaskins307]

@@benjaminlyng8269 yeah the 56 set is awsome… and the mantle is the best… i have a few and when I see a good one always want it….

[@vintagesanctuary]

Mike, I absolutely loved seeing your Top 50! I counted and I have exactly 6 of the cards in your Top 50! I'm pretty stoked about that! Of course, I would love to add some more! The marathon continues! 😊

[@BaseballCollector]

Thanks Adam. It is indeed a marathon. You have built a great collection in a short period of time.

[@TheGodfather1955]

Centering is everything to me when I buy cards. I even prefer lower grade centered than higher grade off centered. Since my cards are like a marriage (till death do us part), the value takes 2nd to my love of the card.

[@BaseballCollector]

I get it Jim. A lot of people feel the same way.

[@brutusonbaseball]

Brand new subscriber here and fellow baseball card collector. Very cool video, thanks for sharing! It inspired me to think about doing something similar!

[@robleavold84]

You have a fantastic collection with so many great old cards and it’s great you appreciated the card’s not for there grade’s but just for having and owning the card. You have a collector mindset more than a seller which I love I am the same I could not bring myself to sell any of my cards as I’m not worried about the value I just love having the card to look at it and enjoy, doesn’t matter if it’s a 1.5 or a gem/mint 10.

[@BaseballCollector]

Thanks Rob. I think there are lot of people in the hobby who think like we do.

[@stuke1976]

1956 Mantle has the NY Yankee effect. Yankees have always been the best sellers overall, since I have been doing shows in the 1980's. Even as a kid in the 1960's before we knew much about baseball, Mickey Mantle cards stood out, maybe because of what the older kids we knew would tell us. That being said, I would take the 1956 Williams today.

[@krankrocker]

I love your comments about the 1934 Goudey Gehrig PSA 1.5... especially the line, "there's mega-issues with this card, and I don't care."

[@BaseballCollector]

Thanks.

[@michaelvoyer3844]

What a great video. Awesome cards🔥🔥🔥

[@BaseballCollector]

Thanks. I did a new one of these for 2023.

[@armourcoin]

Mike another great video, and such an impressive collection. I can’t believe that it has been another year since you last did this. To me the lower grades are for the true collectors!

[@BaseballCollector]

I am just trying to build my best collection.

[@odeed]

Great collection.

[@BaseballCollector]

Thanks!

[@jimmygunz6762]

3.5% ain’t bad at all compared to what some stuff has dropped. Too bad more people didn’t listen to the “buy vintage” advice 🤷‍♂️ Of course some vintage has dropped but you know. You got a beautiful collection man!

[@LegendsNeverDieCollection]

Super impressive Mike! Fun to follow along. Thank you for doing the math for me 😂

[@scottpope377]

Great video!

[@BaseballCollector]

Thanks!

[@jasonjanega3537]

Great collection!

[@BaseballCollector]

Thanks Jason.

[@michaelgolden4938]

Mike, why is Lou Gehrig your favorite player of alltime? Lotsa good reasons, but just curious about yours.

[@hofcardcollector]

I just bought the 1951 bowman rookie for my collection I’m so excited

[@BaseballCollector]

That is awesome. Did you buy it graded or ungraded?

[@hofcardcollector]

@@BaseballCollector I bought it graded sgc 1.5

[@brucethecardcollector]

Love that mantle rookie I have psa 7 with near perfect centering and a signed one 3.5 centered with 9 auto

[@BaseballCollector]

That is amazing!!

[@benjaminlyng8269]

A KZbin luxury watch channel that I have watched for several years was robbed last month of more than $150k AUD - essentially his entire collection. Someone mentioned new insurance clauses that indemnify the insurance company if the victim flaunts his valuables on social media. I have never heard of this, and maybe it is not common in the US. But it made me think of people flashing valuable sports cards on KZbin. Does anyone know about this carve out in insurance policies - is it really a thing?

[@cardsarealwaysonmymind8889]

Williams in a 6 1956 Mantle 2 great appeal Just get both. There are 5 cards I wish I bought years ago . T206 green Cobb 51 mantle and mays 52 mantle and a Clemente rookie My 5 biggest regrets. It’s ok, you never know what the future holds. Never lose with baseball. Only ones down are basketball and football. Mostly because they were way to high to begin with. I just want people to collect what they like and take money out of the picture. If I were a kid today. I’d be buying as many $1 to $20 cards as I could with free or low cost shipping. shipping. Like your videos. Like looking at cards. Thank you. I’d probably take the mantle before the 6 Williams Mostly the triple crown year. That’s the reason why. ❤ 4 sports baseball 100x more.🎉

[@t206kid]

Amazing collection Mike!

[@BaseballCollector]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@michaelgolden4938]

Love The Mick. But in terms of playing career, gimme The Splendid Splinter/Teddy Ballgame over The Commerce Comet any day.

[@MrFisherbike]

So many freaking amazing cards. You know my faves are the teddy ballgames!!!!

[@BaseballCollector]

Thanks Jayson. I love all of the Teddys too.

[@islandcardcollector]

Amazing amazing cards Mike! My top 2 cards in value would just make it into the bottom of this list LOL!

[@BaseballCollector]

Don't get hung up on the value. Just love the collection you have.

[@WadeBoggsFan]

Very impressive top 50 Mike! To answer your question I’d take the 56 Williams in a 6 over the Mantle in a 2.

[@BaseballCollector]

Thanks John. Not surprising that you would take the Ted Williams.

[@iconic_baseball]

Phenomenal Top 50 Mike 👏 You added some monsters this year

[@BaseballCollector]

I did Al. It was a good year for the collection.

[@Bluejacket66]

I’ve seen all these cards before on prior videos… BUT ITS JUST AS FUN SEEING THEM AGAIN

[@BaseballCollector]

Thanks Dave. And thanks for letting me add the Snider rookie from your collection!!

[@michaelgolden4938]

‘Heavy Mantle’. Get it? Heavy metal? (Crickets). Be here all week…

[@jonbarker6325]

Love it!

[@randyworden5232]

All these cards have better eye appeal than their grade...great collection

[@BaseballCollector]

That's what I try to go for if I can.

[@clevelandsportscards1986]

Hey mike. Very nice collection!!

[@BaseballCollector]

Thanks. Where have you been?

[@clevelandsportscards1986]

Hey again. Been busy with everything going on in my life. I'm still watching your videos from time to time. Hope you're doing well my friend.

[@maddie2359]

No Nolan Ryan RC??

[@BaseballCollector]

Yes. I have one but it doesn’t make the top 50 most valuable cards in my collection

[@peterb4871]

All beautiful cards

[@BaseballCollector]

Thanks so much 😊

[@jimmygunz6762]

I feel kinda accomplished right now. I got like 10 of these cards. Much lower grades but still got em. Man I was grabbing those 32 Sanela Babes when 4s were in the 200s. I remember I got a 3 at the National for like 140. Man I sold 3 of em during different times to fund trips or what not. I still have 1 I’ll never get rid of. That’s being passed down to the kids

[@BaseballCollector]

No doubt Jimmy. I think I paid $200 or so for mine. Great card