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Gene Stephens [Gray Back] #261 1959 Topps Baseball — Card Value
1959 Topps BaseballWhat the Gene Stephens [Gray Back] #261 (1959 Topps Baseball) card is worth — ungraded vs graded.
Gene Stephens [Gray Back] #261 1959 Topps Baseball value — Ungraded $2 · Grade 9 $178. Prices updated July 2026.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own the Gene Stephens #261, any version is the cheapest at $2. The Standard, Gray Back, and White Back versions offer no significant premium in terms of edition or scarcity based on current pricing. If your goal is just collection completion, buy any version for $2. If you are seeking investment potential or rarity, these versions do not currently warrant paying more than the base price.
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Item details
- Brand
- Baseball
- Set
- 1959 Topps Baseball
- Sport
- Baseball
- Number
- #261
Gene Stephens [Gray Back] #261 1959 Topps Baseball value
A raw (ungraded) Gene Stephens [Gray Back] #261 runs around $2, a Grade 9 about $178, and a PSA 10 commands null.
What drives the price
Grade, centering, rookie/star status, set scarcity, and print run drive sports-card value. PSA/BGS gem-mint copies and rookies of stars carry the biggest premiums; raw commons sell for little.
Price guide
Sold values by grade vs. what sellers ask today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $2 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 9 | $178 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the approximate resale value for an ungraded 1959 Topps #261?
- The ungraded value is available, while a higher-graded version, Grade 9, sells for $178.
- Is the 1959 Topps set popular among baseball collectors?
- The 1959 Topps Baseball set is a recognized item within the baseball sport collecting community.
- How does the condition affect the price of this card?
- A Grade 9 condition significantly increases the value, reaching $178, compared to the ungraded price.
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