1952 Topps Mickey Mantle #311

Quick Specifications
Classification Iconic Cards
Market Volatility 95% (High)
Est. Auction Freq 5 / month

The face of the hobby. This high-number series card survived the 'dumping' of 1952 inventory into the ocean, making high-grade examples extremely rare.

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 Topps Mickey Mantle #311 serves as a critical data point for the iconic cards index. Based on our current data (Seed: 3907125673), verified listings for this item show a high variation in pricing."

Cite This Entry
"1952 Topps Mickey Mantle #311." PreGradeCards Institutional Wiki, 2026, http://pregradecards.com/wiki/1952-topps-mickey-mantle. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.

Metric Data LIVE

Category Volatility
A Reliability
929 Trend Score

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