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Johnny Sain [Red Back] #49 1952 Topps Baseball — Card Value
1952 Topps BaseballWhat the Johnny Sain [Red Back] #49 (1952 Topps Baseball) card is worth — ungraded vs graded.
Johnny Sain [Red Back] #49 1952 Topps Baseball value — Ungraded $20 · Grade 9 $747 · PSA 10 $4,961. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the PSA 10 premium on this card is 248.1× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest ownership, grab the Page Bio Black Back for only $1. The higher-priced versions like the Page Bio ($406) or Correct Bio Black Back ($29) offer significant premium for condition or specific design variations, implying greater desirability or scarcity. If you just want the card, save your money; if you are a serious collector seeking the best presentation, invest in the higher-tier versions.
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- Brand
- Baseball
- Set
- 1952 Topps Baseball
- Sport
- Baseball
- Number
- #49
Johnny Sain [Red Back] #49 1952 Topps Baseball value
A raw (ungraded) Johnny Sain [Red Back] #49 runs around $20, a Grade 9 about $747, and a PSA 10 commands $4961.
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 | $20 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 9 | $747 | eBay sold comps |
| PSA 10 | $4,961 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting resale value for this card?
- An ungraded copy of the Johnny Sain #49 from the 1952 Topps set starts at approximately $20.
- How much is a PSA 10 copy worth?
- A graded PSA 10 copy of Johnny Sain #49 is valued at $4961.
- Is this card a good investment?
- Yes, the wide price range, from $20 ungraded to $4961 graded, indicates strong market demand for this 1952 Topps baseball card.
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