Mickey Mantle is considered one of the greatest baseball players of all time. Over his 18-year career playing center field for the New York Yankees from 1951 to 1968, Mantle established himself as a prolific home run hitter and one of the best five-tool players in baseball history. His legendary playing career and status as a Yankees icon also made him one of the most popular figures to be featured on baseball cards over the decades.

Mantle’s rookie card from 1952 is one of the most valuable baseball cards ever produced. He has numerous other cards that were released during his playing days and in subsequent years as a retired player. Here is a complete list of all known Mickey Mantle baseball cards in chronological order:

1952 Topps #311 – Mantle’s rookie card is arguably the most famous in the history of the sport. Photos for the 1952 Topps set were taken in spring training and Mantle is pictured in his Yankees road gray uniform. The card captured Mantle at the very start of his Hall of Fame career and examples in near-mint to mint condition can sell for over $100,000 today, making it one of the most valuable sports cards ever.

1953 Topps #98 – Mantle’s second Topps card from 1953. He is again shown in a Yankees road uniform but this time with a more closed batting stance. High-grade versions remain quite valuable at $3,000-$5,000.

1954 Topps #258 – On his third Topps issue, Mantle sports home pinstripes and is posed from the left side in a relaxed stance. This remains a key and iconic Mantle card available for $500-1500 in top condition.

1955 Topps #425 – Mantle’s power is evident as he is captured mid-swing crushing a ball. Another classic pose and visual from the peak of Mantle’s career. Near-mint copies sell for $300-600.

1956 Topps #397 – A classic action shot of Mantle leaping after a catch. He had just led the AL in home runs in 1955 and was becoming a true superstar. About $150-300 for a pristine example.

1957 Topps #397 – Mantle is again shown leaping, this time robbing a home run. He would claim the AL MVP this year. Around $100-200 for a high-quality specimen.

1958 Topps #5 – Mantle’s photo is now in color on his 1958 Topps issue. He is posed from the left side at bat in vibrant hues. Considered one of his most aesthetically pleasing cards. Near-mint copies go for $150-300.

1959 Topps #5 – Another left-sided batting pose, this time with more of a closed stance. Color images were still a relative novelty. Around $75-150 for a pristine copy.

1960 Topps #5 – Mantle adopts an open stance from the left side for his 1960 issue. He was still performing at an MVP level. Near-mint examples trade for $50-100.

1961 Topps #5 – Mantle is again from the left side but with a more straight-on face view. He was still an offensive force despite injuries. About $30-75 for a choice copy.

1962 Topps #5 – Mantle is now shown from the right side for a change of pace. He was battling injuries but still productive. Near-mint copies sell in the $25-50 range.

1963 Topps #5 – Back to the left side, this time in a more closed stance. Mantle was still playing at an All-Star level when healthy. Around $15-30 for a pristine card.

1964 Topps #5 – Mantle dons a batting helmet for protection in this posed shot. He was in the latter stages of his career. Near-mint copies sell for $10-20.

1965 Topps #5 – Mantle’s final regular Topps issue shows him from the right side taking a big cut. He was still a threat when on the field. About $5-12 in top condition.

1966 Topps #130 – Mantle’s final active season card comes as an “action” subset issue showing him sliding into third base. Signifies his declining health and abilities. $3-8 for a pristine copy.

1967 Topps #130 – As a “retired” player, Mantle’s 1967 issue reused the 1966 action photo. Production numbers higher than active years. $2-5 near-mint.

1968 Topps #130 – Topps went to a headshot only for retired players, Mantle sporting his classic catcher’s mask-era pose. Common but iconic for collectors. $1-3.

1969 Topps #130 – Mantle’s portrait is slightly smaller but still evokes nostalgia for his playing days. Very common in high grades. $1-2.

1970 Topps #130 – Topps downsized the retired player photos even more but Mantle’s likeness remains recognizable. Extremely common. $0.50-1.

1971-1974 Topps – Mantle was included in the annual “retired player” subsets through 1974 with consistent headshots. Very common issues. $0.25-0.50.

1975-1977 SSPC – During the mid-1970s, Mantle was featured in the annual Sporting News Pro Football Register/Sporting News Pro Basketball Register cross-sport sets from SSPC. Headshots around $0.10-0.25.

1982 Fleer #82 – Mantle was part of Fleer’s inaugural modern baseball card set in 1982. A simple headshot design in low print runs. Can fetch $3-8.

1989 Upper Deck #1 – Mantle’s sole Upper Deck issue was the company’s very first card, showing him in a classic pose. Low print run significance. $5-12.

1992 Fleer #33 – Mantle’s final mainstream baseball card was issued posthumously by Fleer in 1992. A simple headshot but a final remembrance. $1-3.

2003 Topps Tribute #MT – Topps paid homage to Mantle’s rookie with a special reprint parallel set in 2003. Near-mint copies around $10-20.

2004 Topps Heritage #MT – Another special Heritage parallel reprint of the 1952 rookie in 2004. About $5-12 near-mint.

That covers the complete known checklist of official Mickey Mantle baseball cards issued during and after his legendary playing career. As one of the most popular and accomplished players in history, Mantle’s cards remain iconic for collectors decades after his passing. His rookie card especially is hailed as one of the most significant in the entire hobby due to capturing the start of greatness on the field.