[zljones]

I hope I do not tick anyone off with this thread but personally I think the 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle is far overrated. In my opinion having an HBV of $25,000-$30,000 is rediculous. It is not even his rookie care or even all THAT rare. I know it has alot of nostalgic value, but that much money I think is not right. My personal opinion I think the HBV should be $5,000 for NM raw. I of course understand the reason why it has such a high value, simply because of demand, beckett or anyone else did not really decide that value, it was the people that did.
I was wondering if there is anyone else that thinks this card is overrated and how do you think you should pay for a 52 topps Mantle HBV. How much would it be worth to you? My figure is $5,000. So obviously I will never own one, because in lower condition I will not even pay $1,000.