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Mel Parnell [Black Back] #30 1952 Topps Baseball — Card Value
1952 Topps BaseballWhat the Mel Parnell [Black Back] #30 (1952 Topps Baseball) card is worth — ungraded vs graded.
Mel Parnell [Black Back] #30 1952 Topps Baseball value — Ungraded $13 · Grade 9 $3,062 · PSA 10 $3,114. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the PSA 10 premium on this card is 239.5× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If your goal is simply to own a Mel Parnell #30, the Standard version at $10 is the cheapest option. The Black Back ($13) and Red Back ($10) versions offer slight variations, likely in printing or minor aesthetic differences, but do not represent significant scarcity premiums here. Casual collectors should stick to the Standard, while those seeking the slight visual difference of the Red Back might justify the marginal increase.
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Item details
- Brand
- Baseball
- Set
- 1952 Topps Baseball
- Sport
- Baseball
- Number
- #30
Mel Parnell [Black Back] #30 1952 Topps Baseball value
A raw (ungraded) Mel Parnell [Black Back] #30 runs around $13, a Grade 9 about $3062, and a PSA 10 commands $3114.
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 | $13 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 9 | $3,062 | eBay sold comps |
| PSA 10 | $3,114 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting resale price for this card?
- The ungraded version of the Mel Parnell #30 is listed with a starting value of $13.
- How much is a graded PSA 10 copy worth?
- A PSA 10 graded copy of this 1952 Topps Baseball card sells for approximately $3114.
- Is the ungraded condition still a good investment?
- While the PSA 10 is highly valued at $3114, the ungraded version offers an entry point around $13 for collectors.
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