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Karl Olson [Black Back] #72 1952 Topps Baseball — Card Value
1952 Topps BaseballWhat the Karl Olson [Black Back] #72 (1952 Topps Baseball) card is worth — ungraded vs graded.
Karl Olson [Black Back] #72 1952 Topps Baseball value — Ungraded $12 · Grade 9 $317 · PSA 10 $2,080. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the PSA 10 premium on this card is 173.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you simply want to own a Karl Olson #72, the Standard version at $9 is the cheapest entry point. The Red Back and Black Back versions, priced at $12 each, offer slight aesthetic variations but do not significantly alter the card's fundamental scarcity or edition status. Collectors prioritizing the lowest cost should stick to the Standard. Those willing to spend a little more for the visual difference can opt for the Red Back or Black Back.
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Item details
- Brand
- Baseball
- Set
- 1952 Topps Baseball
- Sport
- Baseball
- Number
- #72
Karl Olson [Black Back] #72 1952 Topps Baseball value
A raw (ungraded) Karl Olson [Black Back] #72 runs around $12, a Grade 9 about $317, and a PSA 10 commands $2080.
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 | $12 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 9 | $317 | eBay sold comps |
| PSA 10 | $2,080 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting resale value for an ungraded Karl Olson #72?
- An ungraded copy of the 1952 Topps Karl Olson #72 starts at approximately $12.
- How much is a PSA 10 graded copy worth?
- A PSA 10 graded copy of this 1952 Topps card is valued at $2080.
- Is the 1952 Topps set generally collectible?
- Yes, the 1952 Topps Baseball set is a highly collectible item within the sport of Baseball.
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