1953T Willie Mays.. ?- $20.- ?

[novakjr]

Originally Posted by FUBAR

20$ is 8/10ths of one percent or .008.

I think the guy has his math wrong and as nice as it would be to get them that cheap, i don't want to see anyone get taken advantage of because his math isn't that great.

if what i am reading is correct, he thinks it is 10%, not 1 %

I've been thinking that either there is some serious confusion about what's going on here, or Ralph's posts have been more in a joking manner to poke some fun at whoever's throwing out the severely low-ball offers. I haven't made up my mind on which one's going on though...

[tonyo]

Originally Posted by novakjr

I've been thinking that either there is some serious confusion about what's going on here, or Ralph's posts have been more in a joking manner to poke some fun at whoever's throwing out the severely low-ball offers. I haven't made up my mind on which one's going on though...

I believe we have all three; confusion, joking, and bad math.

I didn't see any post where the card was offered for sale, or anywhere that he asked for offers. He just asked for opinions on if the card was worth $20 or not.

I pm'd him and told him I personally would only go $30 if it wasn't trimmed...he responded to my pm with the whole 1% of near mint value thing, to which I replied with an explanation which included 2011 SCD valuation and the fact that I like the card, but don't need it for my collection. I also wrote I expected he could get more than $30 and if it were mine, I'd offer it at $100 (depending on what I paid originally) and not be surprised if I had to go as low as $50.


Then I read his post about the $19 Gehrig.....................



I probably wouldn't even pay $30 for it now, but I am curious what Chris thought it is worth. The only other value opinion I see in this thread is from Vintagetoppsguy and I certainly understand the thought process there.

[novakjr]

I get that Tony. He could clearly get more than $20 for the Mays. The Gehrig though. $19? Just seems ridiculous. I obviously haven't seen it yet though. The whole 1-5 or 10% thing makes perfect sense for complete and total beaters, BUT there are certain cards that the general rules don't apply to. The Gehrig is definitely one of those cards. Even in worst possible condition. I think that card doesn't drop below 15-20% NM value..

[tonyo]

Originally Posted by novakjr

BUT there are certain cards that the general rules don't apply to. The Gehrig is definitely one of those cards. Even in worst possible condition.

I agree.....

My personal starting point is : 1/2 of 2011 SCD VG value, then depending on several factors including condition and "does it fit my collecting focus?" I adjust from there. Usually equates to a low grade card, but I am fine with that.

For an iconic card like the Gehrig, I don't expect to ever see it offered at my personal starting point (unless it is truly in very poor condition).

53 topps Mays, wouldn't surprise me at all to see it offered at my starting point!

Tony

[hangman62]

Tony,
Sorry to hear your no longer interested in the 53T Mays..I know 30 is about the highest youd consider.... I agree too many guys are using the price guide as the bible of all... It doesnt matter that it books for 2500..try and get what you can and learn from it...I will try and move on to the next guy...

thanks for the offer anyway
Ralph

[vintagetoppsguy]

Originally Posted by hangman62

Tony,
Sorry to hear your no longer interested in the 53T Mays..I know 30 is about the highest youd consider.... I agree too many guys are using the price guide as the bible of all... It doesnt matter that it books for 2500..try and get what you can and learn from it...I will try and move on to the next guy...

thanks for the offer anyway
Ralph

Ralph,

If you TRULY believe that the Mays and Gehrig are only worth $39 combined, then I will give you 3X that ($117).

David

[GRock]

Is this card actually for sale (1953 topps Mays)? If so what is the real price?