2026 Summer Premier
Thu, Jul 9, 2026 01:00PM EDT - Sun, Jul 26, 2026 10:30PM EDT
Lot 125
1971 Topps Baseball Complete Set of (752)
Sold for
$2,280
Sold Price includes BP
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $25 | $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 |
Widely regarded by collectors as one of the most challenging vintage sets to complete in top condition, this 1971 Topps set delivers all 752 cards from the iconic black-bordered issue. The stark black borders that define the design are notoriously prone to chipping and wear, which is precisely why complete, presentable runs command such attention in the hobby. The sample cards on display highlight the strength of this checklist, featuring Thurman Munson's rookie-era card, Hank Aaron, Willie Mays, Roberto Clemente, Reggie Jackson, Pete Rose, Johnny Bench, Nolan Ryan, Carl Yastrzemski, Brooks Robinson, and Frank Robinson, among many other future Hall of Famers. Card backs carry the recognizable 1971 green background design, with career bio notes, 'First Year in Pro Ball' and 'First Game in Majors' callouts, and complete statistics through the 1970 season. Assembling all 752 cards from this set is a significant undertaking on its own, and finding them in consistent, collector-grade condition across the entire run, as reflected in the samples shown, adds further to the accomplishment. This is a foundational vintage set for any serious postwar baseball card collection, anchored by some of the most recognizable names and rookie cards of the era, and offered here complete and ready for a new home.
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