1952 Bowman Mickey Mantle #101

Quick Specifications
Classification Iconic Cards
Market Volatility 59% (High)
Est. Auction Freq 3 / month

Often overshadowed by the Topps version, the 1952 Bowman Mantle is his second-year card and features stunning hand-painted artwork. It is a preferred choice for vintage purists.

Condition & Grading Challenges

Standard Condition Check: Inspect all four corners under 10x magnification. Ensure surface is free of wax stains and gum residue (vintage) or print lines (modern).

Investment Profile

General Market: Tracks with the broader sports card index (SCI-500).

Expert Context

"The 1952 Bowman Mickey Mantle #101 serves as a critical data point for the iconic cards index. Based on our current data (Seed: 3866841942), verified listings for this item show a high variation in pricing."

Cite This Entry
"1952 Bowman Mickey Mantle #101." PreGradeCards Institutional Wiki, 2026, http://pregradecards.com/wiki/1952-bowman-baseball-mantle. Accessed 24 May. 2026.

Metric Data LIVE

Category Volatility
A Reliability
941 Trend Score

"This topic is currently active in 3 upcoming major auction houses."

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