1957 Brooks Robinson Prices

[familytoad]

This is likely due to the combination of popularity and the 4th series numbering of Mr. Robinson's rookie card.

The 4th series is notoriously tougher than any other in 1957 (typically it is the last series in other issues but not here)

Brooks has legendary status among his fans, definitely a bigger collectible fan base than the other rookies in 1957. Among Baltimore Orioles fans, he's probably their biggest star.

I am not sure about Musial in comparison, but the 1948 card is not his first actual playing year so that may play into consideration on pricing. His high grade versions are still expensive...and his star power is quite high.

Kiner cards are not a good comparison. Despite his HR hitting prowess, he is generally not considered an all-time great among his contemporaries, but Brooks certainly is in that argument.

[glynparson]

Its the old economic principle of supply and demand. PS if you have Leaf Musial in a 7 (84) for $500 will take as many as you can get me. Will also buy 1955 topps Killebrews in 7 (84) for $250 again as many as you can get me.

[Peter_Spaeth]

No idea what you are talking about on the Musial.

Latest Auction Prices for: SGC 84 - Average Price: $2,607.00


8/7/14 Huggins & Scott Image 18 $2,607.00
5/15/14 Goodwin Image 6 $1,655.29
1/24/14 eBay Image amazingspider-fan e***r 27 $1,743.96
10/30/13 Sports Card Link Image 14 $1,898.00
1/31/13 eBay Image tonyetrade 0***0 BIN $1,750.00
3/14/12 eBay Image probstein123 l***v 26 $1,426.00
3/2/12 Sterling Sports Image 1 $1,150.00
12/2/11 Greg Bussineau Image 8 $1,110.00
2/1/09 eBay Image djhasl 7***7 4 $1,249.00
11/27/08 eBay Image red-zone e***2 BIN $1,195.00
12/16/07 Memory Lane $1,387.68

[basesareempty]

People in Baltimore name their children after him. Enough said!!!

[bobbyw8469]

Indeed...I am in the market for the Leaf Musial for $500 that you speak of. High grade, the same as your Robinson comparison.

[Stetson_1883]

What I meant was that you can get a nice looking Musial or Killebrew rookie for $500. Sorry for not being more specific.

[glchen]

I think it's player popularity rather than pure statistics with a lot of folks have player sets for Brooks Robinson. See Derek Jeter, Nolan Ryan, Mickey Mantle (vs Mays or Williams) for other examples.

[Peter_Spaeth]

Originally Posted by Stetson_1883

What I meant was that you can get a nice looking Musial or Killebrew rookie for $500. Sorry for not being more specific.

Unless you are doing apples to apples (same grade) it is not in this day where the grade is everything a meaningful comparison of relative card values.

[Stetson_1883]

Originally Posted by familytoad

This is likely due to the combination of popularity and the 4th series numbering of Mr. Robinson's rookie card.

The 4th series is notoriously tougher than any other in 1957 (typically it is the last series in other issues but not here)

Brooks has legendary status among his fans, definitely a bigger collectible fan base than the other rookies in 1957. Among Baltimore Orioles fans, he's probably their biggest star.

I am not sure about Musial in comparison, but the 1948 card is not his first actual playing year so that may play into consideration on pricing. His high grade versions are still expensive...and his star power is quite high.

Kiner cards are not a good comparison. Despite his HR hitting prowess, he is generally not considered an all-time great among his contemporaries, but Brooks certainly is in that argument.

Thanks Brian for the insightful reply.