Mickey Mantle – 1951 Bowman
Mickey Mantle is a baseball legend who is well-known throughout the state of New York. Mickey Mantle was called “the Commerce Comet” (he attended Commerce High School) because he was so effective on the field. In 1956, he captured the American League Triple Crown, and in 1974, he was enshrined in the Hall of Fame.
The Bowman 1951 card was the only official rookie card for Mantle. His standing is largely due to the baby boomers who grew up watching him play and the subsequent generation who was starstruck at his legendary reputation. This in top condition card sells for over $500,000.