Rickey Henderson

Market outlook

Stable Outlook 7/10

Henderson's iconic status and All-Star scarcity support steady high-grade prices, but abundant raw supply caps growth; recent ungraded sales low but gem mint holds $2,100 value.[1][3]

Next months. Stable with minor fluctuations; high grades firm due to low gem mint pop.

Long term. Stable to rising for graded 10s as Henderson's records endure and 1980s vintage appreciates.

History

Rickey Henderson, born December 25, 1958, is a Baseball Hall of Famer known as the greatest leadoff hitter and base stealer in MLB history. He holds career records for most stolen bases (1,406), single-season stolen bases (130), walks (2,190), runs scored (2,295), and leadoff home runs (81). A ten-time All-Star, he played 25 seasons primarily for Oakland Athletics (1979-1984, 1989-1993, 1994-1995, 1998) and New York Yankees (1985-1989). In 1983, at age 24, he led MLB in steals and walks (116) with a .398 OBP.[1][2]

First released in 1983 Topps Baseball set, distributed in wax packs across the United States as the main annual Topps baseball release.[1][5]

• This is Rickey Henderson's All-Star card from 1983 Topps, featuring a star icon instead of portrait per All-Star design.[1][5]
• Significantly scarcer in graded 10 than his base card #240 (17 vs. 240 graded 10s), driving high value despite base cards often being more desirable.[1]
• Henderson was an Oakland Athletics center fielder in 1983, coming off leading MLB in stolen bases and walks.[1][2]

Rarity and print run

Tier

Uncommon

Print run

Very High

First printed in

1983 Topps Baseball

Demand

High

Supply

High

• Low graded 10 population (17 total, 2.2% grade rate) compared to base card #240 (240 graded 10s).[1]
• Standard All-Star subset card from massive 1983 Topps print run, not a rookie.[1][3]

Collector notes

Condition. Check for centering issues, edge wear, print defects, and surface scratches common in 1980s Topps cards; All-Star star icon area prone to chipping; low graded 10 grade rate (2.2%) vs. set average (18.4%).[1]

Storage. Store in top-loaders or semi-rigid holders with sleeves in cool, dry environment away from light; use card savers for ungraded copies to prevent corner dings.

Authenticity. Verify black borders and All-Star star icon match originals; check for correct glossy finish and no modern printing dots; authenticate via graded/graded population reports (total graded pop: 781); reprints rare but watch for off-color printing or thin stock.