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Gerald Staley [Black Back] #79 1952 Topps Baseball — Card Value
1952 Topps BaseballWhat the Gerald Staley [Black Back] #79 (1952 Topps Baseball) card is worth — ungraded vs graded.
Gerald Staley [Black Back] #79 1952 Topps Baseball value — Ungraded $9 · Grade 9 $327 · PSA 10 $2,147. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the PSA 10 premium on this card is 238.6× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you just want the card, buy the Standard version for $8. The Black Back version at $9 offers a slight aesthetic difference, which is the primary distinction here, not significant scarcity. Casual collectors looking for the lowest entry point should stick to Standard. Those prioritizing a specific design or slightly higher perceived value might consider the Black Back, but the price difference is minimal.
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Item details
- Brand
- Baseball
- Set
- 1952 Topps Baseball
- Sport
- Baseball
- Number
- #79
Gerald Staley [Black Back] #79 1952 Topps Baseball value
A raw (ungraded) Gerald Staley [Black Back] #79 runs around $9, a Grade 9 about $327, and a PSA 10 commands $2147.
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 | $9 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 9 | $327 | eBay sold comps |
| PSA 10 | $2,147 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded 1952 Topps #79?
- Ungraded copies of the 1952 Topps #79 Gerald Staley start at $9.
- How much is a PSA 10 graded version of this card worth?
- A PSA 10 graded copy of the 1952 Topps #79 is valued at $2147.
- Is this card part of the 1952 Topps Baseball set?
- Yes, this card is officially part of the 1952 Topps Baseball set.
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