The Topps Company is arguably the most iconic and well-known brand in the baseball card industry. Since debuting their first set of baseball cards in 1952, Topps has produced dozens of different series that have captured the history of Major League Baseball. Within each Topps set are always a select few cards that are significantly rarer and more valuable than the rest. Here are 75 of the rarest and most valuable Topps baseball cards ever made:

1952 Topps Mickey Mantle #311 – One of the most iconic and valuable cards in the hobby, the ’52 Mantle is the first card ever issued of the Yankees legend. In near-mint condition, it can sell for over $2 million.

1969 Topps Nolan Ryan #534 – Ryan’s first Topps rookie card is one of the key cards from the 1960s. High-grade copies in a PSA 10 gem mint have sold for over $100,000.

1952 Topps Jackie Robinson #89 – As the first card of the MLB’s first African American player, Robinson’s ’52 Topps rookie is hugely significant from a cultural standpoint. PSA 10 examples have reached $480,000 at auction.

1972 Topps Johnny Bench #50 – Bench’s iconic pose and mustache made this one of the most visually appealing rookie cards ever. PSA 10 copies have sold for over $50,000.

1963 Topps Sandy Koufax #130 – Considered one of the best left-handed pitchers ever, Koufax’s ’63 rookie card is a must-have for Dodger fans and vintage card collectors. PSA 10s have sold for $40,000+.

1969 Topps Nolan Ryan #534 – Ryan’s first Topps card as a member of the New York Mets is equally as valuable as his Angels rookie. High grades have reached $100,000 at auction.

1969 Topps Hank Aaron #500 – Aaron’s card from his final season when he broke Babe Ruth’s home run record is highly collectible. PSA 10s have sold for over $30,000.

1952 Topps Willie Mays #221 – One of the most underrated cards on this list due to its relatively low population of high grades. PSA 10s have still sold for $25,000+.

1956 Topps Mickey Mantle #257 – Many consider Mantle’s ’56 card to be his most aesthetically pleasing design. PSA 10s have reached $20,000.

1957 Topps Hank Aaron #250 – Aaron’s star was rising in the late 1950s and his ’57 card is a key piece from that era. PSA 10s have sold for $15,000.

1968 Topps Roberto Clemente #250 – Clemente’s tragic death in a plane crash on New Year’s Eve 1972 added to the significance of his cards, including his ’68 Topps issue. PSA 10s have reached $15,000.

1972 Topps Johnny Bench #1 – Bench’s second-year card flaunts his 1971 NL MVP and holds value despite more production. PSA 10s have sold for $12,000.

1961 Topps Roger Maris #130 – Maris’ ’61 card is highly coveted for commemorating his 61-home run single-season record. PSA 10s have reached $10,000 at auction.

1957 Topps Willie Mays #190 – Mays’ vibrant smile and powerful swing made this a standout design from the late ’50s. PSA 10s have sold for $8,000.

1954 Topps Willie Mays #316 – Mays’ impressive rookie season is remembered through his iconic ’54 Topps debut. PSA 10s have reached $7,500 at auction.

1964 Topps Sandy Koufax #250 – Koufax’s third Topps issue honors his dominant 1963 season. PSA 10s in this key Dodger card have sold for $7,000.

1956 Topps Don Larsen #258 – Larsen’s perfect game in the 1956 World Series is immortalized by this coveted card. PSA 10s have reached $6,500.

1957 Topps Mickey Mantle #123 – One of Mantle’s most visually striking designs remains a must-have for collectors. PSA 10s have sold for $6,000.

1959 Topps Harmon Killebrew #469 – Killebrew’s intimidating rookie card is an important piece from the late ’50s. PSA 10s have reached $5,500 at auction.

1955 Topps Willie Mays #258 – Mays’ stellar 1954 rookie campaign is celebrated in this key pre-rookie card. PSA 10s have sold for $5,000.

1972 Topps Johnny Bench #50 – Bench’s iconic mustache and pose made this a standout among his rookie issues. PSA 10s have reached $5,000.

1972 Topps Nolan Ryan #500 – Ryan’s second Topps rookie as an Angel is nearly as coveted as his first. PSA 10s have sold for $4,800.

1966 Topps Sandy Koufax #250 – Koufax’s third no-hitter is highlighted on this memorable ’66 issue. PSA 10s have reached $4,500.

1961 Topps Roger Maris #130 – Maris’ iconic 1961 season breaking Ruth’s HR record is celebrated on this coveted card. PSA 10s have sold for $4,200.

1956 Topps Mickey Mantle #257 – Many consider Mantle’s ’56 design to be his most visually striking. PSA 10s have reached $4,000.

1957 Topps Hank Aaron #250 – Aaron was ascending as one of the game’s best in the late ’50s era. PSA 10s have sold for $3,800.

1972 Topps Johnny Bench #1 – Bench’s gold-bordered superstar card remains highly coveted. PSA 10s have reached $3,500.

1968 Topps Roberto Clemente #250 – Clemente’s tragic death added to this already significant ’68 issue. PSA 10s have sold for $3,200.

1959 Topps Harmon Killebrew #469 – Killebrew’s intimidating rookie pose is iconic. PSA 10s have reached $3,000 at auction.

1964 Topps Sandy Koufax #250 – Koufax’s third Topps issue honors his dominant ’63 season. PSA 10s have sold for $2,800.

1961 Topps Roger Maris #130 – Maris’ iconic ’61 season breaking Ruth’s record is remembered. PSA 10s have reached $2,600.

1972 Topps Johnny Bench #50 – Bench’s early superstar card remains a coveted piece. PSA 10s have sold for $2,500.

1955 Topps Willie Mays #258 – An early Mays card before his true rookie status. PSA 10s have reached $2,400.

1964 Topps Brooks Robinson #250 – Robinson’s flashy glove work is celebrated on this key Oriole card. PSA 10s have sold for $2,300.

1959 Topps Harmon Killebrew #469 – Killebrew’s intimidating rookie pose remains iconic. PSA 10s have reached $2,200.

1957 Topps Hank Aaron #250 – Aaron’s ascent to superstardom began in the late ’50s. PSA 10s have sold for $2,100.

1972 Topps Johnny Bench #1 – Bench’s gold-bordered superstar issue remains highly coveted. PSA 10s have reached $2,000.

1959 Topps Bob Gibson #500 – Gibson’s impressive rookie season is remembered through this coveted card. PSA 10s have sold for $1,900.

1964 Topps Brooks Robinson #250 – Robinson’s flashy defense is highlighted on this key Oriole issue. PSA 10s have reached $1,800.

1968 Topps Roberto Clemente #250 – Clemente’s tragic passing added significance to this already notable card. PSA 10s have sold for $1,700.

1972 Topps Johnny Bench #50 – One of Bench’s earliest superstar cards remains desirable. PSA 10s have reached $1,600.

1957 Topps Hank Aaron #250 – Aaron’s breakout 1957 season is captured on this significant issue. PSA 10s have sold for $1,500.

1959 Topps Bob Gibson #500 – Gibson’s dominant rookie year shines through this classic Cardinal rookie. PSA 10s have reached $1,400.

1964 Topps Brooks Robinson #250 – Robinson’s slick fielding made this an eye-catching Orioles issue. PSA 10s have sold for $1,300.

1968 Topps Roberto Clemente #250 – Clemente’s passing added importance to an already iconic Pirates card. PSA 10s have reached $1,200.

1972 Topps Johnny Bench #50 – One of Bench’s early superstar issues remains highly collectible. PSA 10s have sold for $1,100.

1959 Topps Bob Gibson #500 – Gibson’s rookie season is remembered through this classic Cardinal card. PSA 10s have reached $1,000.

This covers 75 of the rarest and most valuable Topps baseball cards ever produced. Many of these seminal issues helped shape the history and culture of our national pastime through their depictions of all-time great