![James E. Runnels [Black Back] #2](/api/images/junkpal-products/sports/james-e-runnels-black-back-2-baseball-cards-1952-topps-sport/cover.webp)
James E. Runnels [Black Back] #2 1952 Topps Baseball — Card Value
1952 Topps BaseballWhat the James E. Runnels [Black Back] #2 (1952 Topps Baseball) card is worth — ungraded vs graded.
James E. Runnels [Black Back] #2 1952 Topps Baseball value — Ungraded $25 · Grade 9 $8,855 · PSA 10 $10,626. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the PSA 10 premium on this card is 425.0× raw.
Live on eBay right now
Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own it, grab the Standard version for around $7. The Black Back version at $25 offers a noticeable premium, likely due to its unique aesthetic or slightly lower print run compared to the standard issue. If budget is the primary concern, buy Standard. If you value the distinct look or want a slightly more desirable piece, the Black Back is worth the extra investment.
▍
Price data verified against · 1
Item details
- Brand
- Baseball
- Set
- 1952 Topps Baseball
- Sport
- Baseball
- Number
- #2
James E. Runnels [Black Back] #2 1952 Topps Baseball value
A raw (ungraded) James E. Runnels [Black Back] #2 runs around $25, a Grade 9 about $8855, and a PSA 10 commands $10626.
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 | $25 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 9 | $8,855 | eBay sold comps |
| PSA 10 | $10,626 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for this card?
- The ungraded version of the 1952 Topps #2 is currently valued at $25.
- How much is a PSA 10 graded copy worth?
- A PSA 10 graded copy of the 1952 Topps #2 sells for $10,626.
- Is the condition of the card the biggest factor in its price?
- Yes, the card's condition is key; the price jumps from $25 (ungraded) to $10,626 (PSA 10).
![Pete Runnels [Red Back] #2 1952 Topps Baseball](/api/images/junkpal-products/sports/pete-runnels-red-back-2-baseball-cards-1952-topps-sport/thumb.webp)
![Mel Parnell [Black Back] #30 1952 Topps Baseball](/api/images/junkpal-products/sports/mel-parnell-black-back-30-baseball-cards-1952-topps-sport/thumb.webp)