The Topps Company has been producing baseball cards since 1951 and over the decades they have released some of the most iconic and valuable cards in the hobby. Here we will take a look at 75 of the most notable, valuable, and historically significant Topps baseball cards that any collector would want in their collection.

1951 Bowman Mickey Mantle (PSA 10): The very first Mickey Mantle card is arguably the most valuable baseball card ever printed. High grade examples in a PSA 10 gem mint condition have sold for over $2 million, making this the undisputed king of cards.

1952 Topps Jackie Robinson (PSA 10): As the first Topps card of baseball’s barrier breaking legend, the 1952 Jackie Robinson is hugely important from a cultural perspective. Near-mint copies have brought over $400,000 at auction.

1952 Topps Willie Mays (PSA 8): An early Mays rookie card in high grade is exceedingly rare. Even in an EX-MT 8 condition a 1952 Topps Willie Mays can fetch six figures.

1954 Topps Hank Aaron (PSA 8): Aaron’s rookie card is one of the key cards from the early 1950s Topps era. Higher grade examples above a PSA 8 have sold for over $100,000.

1955 Topps Sandy Koufax (PSA 8): The legendary lefty’s rookie card is extremely scarce in high grade. A PSA 8 copy is valued well into the five figure range.

1956 Topps Mickey Mantle (PSA 10): Widely considered Mantle’s best and most iconic card, a ’56 Mantle in pristine condition could be worth over $500,000.

1957 Topps Ted Williams (PSA 10): One of the rarest and most coveted cards of the Golden Era. A perfect ’57 Williams is worth a small fortune at six figures or more.

1957 Topps Hank Aaron (PSA 8): Aaron’s second Topps card captures him in his prime. High grade copies still fetch impressive four and five figure sums.

1958 Topps Roberto Clemente (PSA 8): Clemente’s popular rookie card is a must-have for any vintage collector. Well-centered PSA 8s sell for $15,000+.

1959 Topps Harmon Killebrew (PSA 8): The Killer’s rookie is one of the most iconic cards of the late 1950s. Near-mint copies consistently sell for five figures or above.

1960 Topps Willie Mays (PSA 8): Widely considered one of the greatest baseball cards ever made. Even lower grade Mays ’60s hold tremendous value.

1961 Topps Roger Maris (PSA 8): Maris’ iconic home run record season is captured on this highly sought after card. PSA 8s have sold for over $10,000.

1962 Topps Willie Mays (PSA 8): Mays’ 1962 card shows him in action and remains a true icon of the hobby. High grade copies retain huge collector demand.

1963 Topps Sandy Koufax (PSA 8): Koufax’s dominant 1963 season and first MVP award are remembered on this card. Near-mint versions sell for $10,000+.

1964 Topps Hank Aaron (PSA 8): Aaron’s powerful swing is captured on his ’64 issue. This popular card still trades hands for five figures.

1965 Topps Sandy Koufax (PSA 8): Koufax’s third no-hitter and record-setting 1965 season are immortalized here. PSA 8s have brought $15,000+.

1966 Topps Roberto Clemente (PSA 8): Clemente’s graceful swing is depicted on his 1966 Topps issue. Near-mint copies command $7,500+.

1967 Topps Tom Seaver (PSA 8): Seaver’s dominant rookie season launched one of the game’s great careers. High grade ’67 Seaver rookie cards sell for $10,000+.

1968 Topps Bob Gibson (PSA 8): Gibson’s 1968 season was one of the most dominant of all-time. His iconic card reflects that dominance.

1969 Topps Willie McCovey (PSA 8): McCovey’s powerful stance is captured on his popular ’69 issue. Well-centered near-mint copies sell for $5,000+.

1970 Topps Johnny Bench (PSA 8): Bench’s rookie season established him as a superstar. His iconic 1970 rookie card remains a true trophy card.

1971 Topps Thurman Munson (PSA 8): Munson’s rookie season was the start of a great Yankees career. His 1971 issue remains a sought-after Yankee card.

1972 Topps Johnny Bench (PSA 8): Bench’s MVP season is remembered on his popular ’72 issue. Even lower grades retain collector demand.

1973 Topps Nolan Ryan (PSA 8): Ryan’s iconic first Topps Astros card is a must-have for any collector. PSA 8s have sold for $7,500+.

1974 Topps Hank Aaron (PSA 8): Aaron’s final season and record breaking 715th home run are featured on his 1974 swan song card.

1975 Topps George Brett (PSA 8): Brett’s powerful rookie season launched a Hall of Fame career. His 1975 rookie is valued at $3,000+ in near-mint condition.

1976 Topps Mike Schmidt (PSA 8): Schmidt’s breakout rookie season is remembered here. This popular ’76 rookie has sold for over $3,000 graded PSA 8.

1977 Topps Reggie Jackson (PSA 8): “Mr. October’s” monster 1977 season is depicted, making this a true icon of the 1970s. PSA 8s sell for $2,000+.

1978 Topps Bruce Sutter (PSA 8): Sutter’s dominant Cy Young season as a reliever launched the closer role. His valuable ’78 rookie has sold for $2,000+ graded PSA 8.

1979 Topps Cal Ripken Jr. (PSA 8): Ripken’s impressive rookie season was a prelude to greatness. Near-mint ’79 Ripken rookies command $1,500+.

1980 Topps Rickey Henderson (PSA 8): Henderson’s record-setting rookie campaign is remembered here. Even lower grades retain strong collector interest.

1981 Topps Fernando Valenzuela (PSA 8): “Fernandomania” took the country by storm in 1981. Valenzuela’s iconic rookie card remains a sought-after issue.

1982 Topps Cal Ripken Jr. (PSA 8): Ripken’s sophomore season card remains very popular. Well-centered PSA 8s have sold for $1,000+.

1983 Topps Ryne Sandberg (PSA 8): Sandberg’s breakout season and iconic batting stance launched his Hall of Fame career. Near-mint ’83 Sandberg rookies sell for $1,000+.

1984 Topps Dwight Gooden (PSA 8): “Dr. K’s” record-setting rookie season is remembered on one of the most iconic cards of the 1980s. Even lower grades retain value.

1985 Topps Donruss Roger Clemens (PSA 8): Clemens’ dominant Cy Young season is featured on this popular parallel issue to the ’85 Topps set. PSA 8s have sold for $800.

1986 Topps Mark McGwire (PSA 8): McGwire’s impressive rookie season launched a Hall of Fame power-hitting career. Near-mint ’86 McGwire rookies trade for $600-800.

1987 Topps Barry Bonds (PSA 8): Bonds’ breakout sophomore season is remembered here. Even lower grades in the $300-500 range remain very collectible.

1988 Topps Ken Griffey Jr. (PSA 8): Griffey’s electrifying rookie campaign is captured here. Popular near-mint ’88 Griffey rookies have sold for $600-800.

1989 Topps Gregg Jefferies (PSA 8): Jefferies’ highly-touted rookie season showed promise. Scarce PSA 8s have still sold for $400-600 based on pedigree.

1990 Topps Frank Thomas (PSA 8): “The Big Hurt’s” MVP-caliber rookie season launched a Hall of Fame career. Near-mint ’90 Thomas rookies sell for $300-500.

1991 Topps Chipper Jones (PSA 8): Jones’ impressive debut season is remembered here. Scarce PSA 8s have still sold in the $300-500 range.

1992 Topps Derek Jeter (PSA 8): Jeter’s debut marked the start of Yankee greatness. Even lower grades retain value based on his iconic career.

1993 Topps Jim Abbott (PSA 8): Abbott’s impressive 1993 season overcame adversity. Scarce PSA 8s have sold for $300 despite the card’s flaws.

1994 Topps Derek Jeter (PSA 8): Jeter’s sophomore season saw him establish himself as a star. Popular PSA 8s have sold for $200-300.

1995 Topps Sammy Sosa (PSA 8): Sosa’s breakout season that foreshadowed his power surge. Scarce PSA 8s have sold for $200 based on pedigree.

1996 Topps Nomar Garciaparra (PSA 8): Garciaparra’s ROY season launched Red Sox fandom. Scarce PSA 8s