That coating is often cracked making these tough to find in high grade. Clemente was heavily involved in humanitarian efforts in the third world Latin American countries and was killed on December 31, 1972 assisting in delivering aid to Nicaragua after an earthquake devastated the small country. 1955 Topps is widely considered Roberto Clemente's rookie card. You can see the differences in imagery and design among each of them below although I unfortunately do not have a picture of the 1958 since it's so rare. sales we've found for other grades and the age of the card. During his rookie season, Clemente played 124 games for the Pirates, tallying 121 hits, 23 doubles, and a .255 batting average. Thanks. The only recognized Roberto Clemente rookie card in the hobby, his 1955 Topps #146 issue has exploded in popularity over the past several years. 1955 Topps Roberto Clemente Rookie Card #164 Good-VG Creases #154 [eBay] $891.03: Report It: 2023-02-27: 1955 Topps Roberto Clemente Bob Rookie RC Grade EX 5. Free shipping on many items . View cart for details. Thats what the classic card netted when it sold February 20 during Heritage Auctions 2016 Platinum Night sports event in New York. Card # 164 #164, 1955 Topps Roberto Clemente #164 PSA Authentic, 1955 Topps #164 Roberto Clemente HOF Pirates RC PSA Authentic Altered, 1955 Topps #164 Roberto Clemente BVG-4.5 VG EX+ 0007574401 $4,299.99 #164, Roberto Clemente 1955 Topps #164 Rookie Card, 1955 Topps Roberto Clemente Bob Rookie RC PSA Grade EX 5. The design of the 1966 Topps Roberto Clemente baseball card is fairly basic and straightforward. or Best Offer. A "museum-quality" Roberto Clemente rookie card could hit seven figures at auction, according to TMZ Sports. The company didn't face as many printing complications that year so collectors are rewarded. Free shipping. The yellow team name across the bottom and pink circle in the upper left with his name and position cap off an overall nice-looking card. Historic sales data are completed sales with a buyer and a seller agreeing on a price. Roberto Clemente 1955 - 1973 Topps. We use cookies to help personalize content, tailor and measure ads, and provide a safer experience. Roberto Clemente 1955 Topps Rookie Card Sells For Over $1 Million At I have 19 Roberto Clemente cards, good condition, not graded , that I want to sell its hard for me to set a good price, any guidance? By navigating the site, you agree to the use of cookies to collect information. He helped lead the Pirates to their first World Series title that year as they captured MLBs top prize in dramatic fashion with Bill Mazeroskis Game 7 walk-off series clinching home run. Never actually released to the public, getting your hands on one of these can be extremely difficult. 1999 - 2023 Collectors Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved. Estimated Value: One graded as PSA 7 sold for $2629 in 2016. It's not my favorite Clemente card of the 1970's but you gotta admit, Topps made this one look nice. 1998 Topps Baseball #1 Roberto Clemente 1955 Reprint PSA 10 Low Pop, Custom made 1955 Pittsburgh Pirates Roberto Clemente Baseball card, TOPPS PROJECT 2020 CARD 1955 TOPPS PIRATES ROBERTO CLEMENTE #103 by MATT TAYLOR, 1955 Topps #164 Roberto Clemente PSA 1 Poor RC Rookie Pirates, Topps PROJECT 2020 Card 103 ~ 1955 Roberto Clemente by Matt Taylor ~ PR: 11577, 1955 Topps #164 Roberto Clemente RC - Vg+, Amazing 1955 Roberto Clemente TOPPS Rookie card Montage, TOPPS PROJECT 2020 CARD #371 ROBERTO CLEMENTE BY FUCCI FOIL *smudges in case*, Leave feedback about your eBay search experience - opens in new window or tab. The only recognized Roberto Clemente rookie card in the hobby, his 1955 Topps #146 issue has exploded in popularity over the past several years. The 1956 Topps cards have action scenes and scenery behind the full body shot. Sign up for the latest news, exclusive promos, events, and much more! This card comes in one of two variations: with the team name in white letters or in yellow letters.