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Hank Thompson [Red Back] #3 1952 Topps Baseball — Card Value
1952 Topps BaseballWhat the Hank Thompson [Red Back] #3 (1952 Topps Baseball) card is worth — ungraded vs graded.
Hank Thompson [Red Back] #3 1952 Topps Baseball value — Ungraded $18 · Grade 9 $734 · PSA 10 $4,871. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the PSA 10 premium on this card is 270.6× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Hank Thompson #3, grab the Black Back for $17. The Standard and Red Back versions at $18 offer no significant difference in value based on these prices; they are not premium editions or scarce variants here. Buyers prioritizing budget should select the Black Back. Those willing to spend the extra dollar for the Standard or Red Back are paying for minor cosmetic preference, not tangible collectible advantage.
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- Brand
- Baseball
- Set
- 1952 Topps Baseball
- Sport
- Baseball
- Number
- #3
Hank Thompson [Red Back] #3 1952 Topps Baseball value
A raw (ungraded) Hank Thompson [Red Back] #3 runs around $18, a Grade 9 about $734, and a PSA 10 commands $4871.
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 | $18 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 9 | $734 | eBay sold comps |
| PSA 10 | $4,871 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting resale value for this card?
- The ungraded version of the Hank Thompson #3 1952 Topps is currently valued starting at $18.
- How much is a graded PSA 10 copy worth?
- A PSA 10 graded copy of the 1952 Topps Hank Thompson #3 sells for approximately $4871.
- Is the ungraded condition worth buying if I plan to grade it?
- While ungraded starts at $18, achieving a high grade like PSA 10 can increase its value significantly to $4871.
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