Baseball cards have been an integral part of America’s pastime for over a century. Collecting and trading baseball cards is a hobby enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you’re a lifelong collector or just getting into the hobby, here are some details on 45 iconic baseball cards that any fan should know:

1909 T206 Honus Wagner – Widely considered the holy grail of baseball cards, the 1909-11 T206 Honus Wagner is one of the rarest and most valuable cards ever produced. Only about 60 are known to exist today in varying conditions. One in near-mint condition sold at auction in 2016 for $3.12 million, setting a new record.

1952 Topps Mickey Mantle – As one of the most prolific sluggers of all time, Mantle’s rookie card from Topps’ first complete set is highly coveted. High-grade versions regularly sell for over $100,000. An unopened case sold at auction in 2018 for over $2.88 million.

1948 Leaf Jackie Robinson – Robinson’s rookie card was issued prior to his 1947 debut with the Brooklyn Dodgers as the first African American in MLB. High-grade examples in a PSA 10 gem mint state can fetch $300,000 or more on the secondary market.

1933 Goudey Babe Ruth – Considered one of the most iconic images in sports card history, Ruth’s cigar-chomping pose is widely recognized. High-end PSA 9 or 10 examples have sold for over $500,000 in recent years.

1909 American Caramel E90-1 Ty Cobb – One of the earliest mass-produced cards, the American Caramel issues are highly sought after. The Cobb is especially rare, with only 10-12 known to exist. A PSA 8 example sold in 2016 for $657,250.

1914 Cracker Jack Honus Wagner – Often confused with the ultra-rare 1909-11 T206 set, this Wagner was inserted in Cracker Jack packs in 1914-15. Still quite rare, a high-grade example could fetch $150,000 or more.

1913 E121 Tris Speaker – Speaker was one of the premier sluggers and defensive outfielders of the Deadball Era. His colorful Turkey Red Cabinets card is a key piece for vintage card collectors. A PSA 8 recently sold for $94,500.

1961 Topps Roger Maris – Maris’ iconic home run trot photo captures his record-setting 61 home runs in 1961. High-grade examples regularly sell for $10,000+. An unopened case sold at auction in 2018 for over $350,000.

1933 Goudey Lou Gehrig – One of the most famous cards featuring “The Iron Horse” in his prime with the Yankees. High-grade copies consistently sell for $30,000+. A PSA 8 copy sold in 2018 for $48,000.

1909 E90 American Caramel Nap Lajoie – Considered one of the most difficult pre-WWI cards to acquire in high grade. Fewer than 10 are known to exist. A PSA 8 sold in 2016 for $99,750.

1956 Topps Sandy Koufax – Captures the lefty in his early Dodgers days prior to his dominant run. High grades have sold for $20,000+. A PSA 8 brought $13,200 at auction in 2018.

1910 E121 Turkey Red Cabinets Walter Johnson – One of the most aesthetically pleasing vintage cards featuring Johnson’s famous underhand delivery. A PSA 8 sold for $52,800 in 2018.

1967 Topps Nolan Ryan – Ryan’s rookie card marks the beginning of his Hall of Fame career. High grades regularly sell for $2,000+. A PSA 9 sold for $9,000 in early 2019.

1909 E90 American Caramel Eddie Plank – One of the scarcest pre-WWI cards featuring the star A’s pitcher. Fewer than 10 are known to exist. A PSA 8 sold for $72,000 in 2016.

1948 Leaf Minnie Miñoso – Miñoso was the first Afro-Cuban player in the majors. His colorful 1948 Leaf rookie is highly collectible. A PSA 8 sold for $12,000 in 2018.

1969 Topps Willie Mays – One of the most popular cards from the 1960s featuring Mays in a Giants uniform. High grades consistently sell for over $1,000.

1975 Topps Nolan Ryan – Ryan’s explosive fastball is captured on this iconic card from his early Angels days. High grades sell for over $500. A PSA 9 brought $1,700 in 2018.

1952 Topps Willie Mays – An early color card of Mays in action for the Giants. High grades have sold for over $3,000 in recent years.

1969 Topps Tom Seaver – Seaver’s dominant pitching motion is captured on this popular rookie card. High grades sell for over $1,000.

1972 Topps Johnny Bench – Bench’s powerful swing made him a superstar in the 1970s. His 1972 card remains a staple in collections. PSA 8s sell for $300-500.

1976 SSPC Joe Morgan – Captures “Little Joe” batting for the Big Red Machine Reds. High grades sell for $200-300. A PSA 9 sold for $450 in 2018.

1978 Topps Ozzie Smith – Considered one of the best defensive shortstops ever. His rookie card is a fan favorite. PSA 8s sell for $100-200.

1980 Topps Rickey Henderson – Henderson’s electrifying speed and base-stealing prowess made him a fan favorite. His rookie remains popular. PSA 8s sell for $75-150.

1981 Donruss Fernando Valenzuela – Captured “Fernandomania” during his record rookie season with the Dodgers. High grades sell for $150-300.

1984 Donruss Ryne Sandberg – Sandberg was a star for the Cubs in the 1980s. His ’84 Donruss rookie remains affordable at $20-40 graded.

1985 Fleer Update Barry Bonds – Bonds’ rookie is one of the most iconic from the 1980s. High grades sell for $100-200.

1987 Topps Mark McGwire – McGwire’s mega power made him a star early on. His ’87 rookie remains popular. PSA 8s sell for $50-100.

1989 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr. – Considered one of the best player designs ever, Griffey’s smooth swing translates perfectly. High grades sell for $150-300.

1990 Score Frank Thomas – Thomas was a force as a rookie with the White Sox. His ’90 Score RC has gained popularity. PSA 8s sell for $40-80.

1991 Stadium Club Chipper Jones – Jones was a phenom as an 18-year-old rookie. His ’91 SC RC remains affordable. PSA 8s sell for $30-60.

1992 Bowman’s Best Derek Jeter – An early Jeter card featuring elegant photography. High grades sell for $75-150.

1992 Bowman Manny Ramirez – Ramirez was a star from the beginning. His colorful ’92 Bowman RC sells for $20-40 graded.

1993 Finest Refractor Jim Abbott – Abbott’s legendary 1-hitter season captured on this popular refracted parallel. PSA 10s sell for $150-300.

1994 SP Authentic Derek Jeter – Jeter’s rookie season was legendary. This autographed parallel remains a fan favorite. PSA/DNA 10s sell for $500-1,000.

1995 Select Derek Jeter – Jeter mania was in full force during his early years. This popular parallel remains affordable. PSA 10s sell for $75-150.

1996 Ultra Chipper Jones – Captures Jones in his prime with the Braves. Considered one of the best designs from the 1990s. PSA 10s sell for $50-100.

1997 Bowman’s Best Refractor Nomar Garciaparra – Garciaparra’s breakout ’97 season immortalized on this popular parallel. PSA 10s sell for $100-200.

1998 Bowman Chrome Refractor Sammy Sosa – Sosa’s epic home run race in ’98 makes this card iconic. BGS/PSA 9.5s sell for $75-150.

1999 SP Authentic Jason Giambi – Giambi’s breakout season with the A’s captured on this autographed parallel. PSA 10s sell for $50-100.

2000 Bowman Chrome Refractor Adrian Beltre – Beltre was a budding star in the early 2000s. His ’00 Chrome RC remains popular. PSA 10s sell for $30-60.

2001 SPx Ichiro Suzuki – Captures Ichiro’s record-setting MLB debut season with the Mariners. High grades sell for $50-100.

2002 SP Authentic Juan Pierre – Pierre was a catalyst for the World Series champion D-backs. His autographed parallel remains affordable. PSA 10s sell for $30-60.

2003 Topps Jim Thome – Thome blasted 47 HR in ’03, making this card a fan favorite. High grades sell for $20-40.

2004 Bowman Chrome Miguel Cabrera – Cabrera was a phenom from the start. His