2026 Spring Auction
Thu, Mar 12, 2026 01:00PM EDT - Sun, Mar 29, 2026 10:30PM EDT
Timed Auction in Progress ... Currently on Lot Lot 30
1953 Bowman Color #59 Mickey Mantle – PSA GD+ 2.5
Starting Bid
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
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| $50 | $5 |
| $100 | $10 |
| $200 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $30,000 | $2,500 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
| $200,000 | $25,000 |
| $500,000 | $50,000 |
| $1,000,000 | $100,000 |
| $2,500,000 | $150,000 |
The 1953 Bowman Color Mickey Mantle features a vivid, beautifully rendered portrait of the Commerce Comet captured at the height of his early dominance with the Yankees. The 1953 Bowman Color set is regarded as one of the finest-looking baseball card issues of its era, and the Mantle is its undisputed centerpiece.
Graded PSA GD+ 2.5, this card shows honest wear consistent with 70 years of circulation — a modest grade that nevertheless delivers the genuine article. The card's iconic image remains clearly visible and immediately recognizable. Lower-grade examples of key vintage Mantle cards have emerged as the most accessible entry point for advanced collectors seeking authentic pieces with genuine provenance. A PSA 2.5 offers the real thing at a fraction of the premium grade price — a compelling proposition for the Mantle-focused collector.
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