Topps took a break from making multi-player rookie cards in 1983. RC #21 - Orioles Future Stars with Bob Bonner, Jeff Schneider Like its Donruss counterpart, this one falls under the 'Rookie Card of an All-Time Great Rule.' Who's going to turn down a Ripken rookie? Not many.ġ982 Topps Cal Ripken Jr. Ripken is almost swallowed up by the background on his 1982 Fleer rookie card. Like his other two official rookie cards, there is no shortage of 1982 Donruss Cal Ripken Jr. The folks at Donruss must have caught him on a rough day for his rookie card photo shoot. cards show the Hall of Famer looking like he loves to play baseball. Be very careful with non-graded cards given the possibility for fakes. is so valuable and it was made with minimal technology, it is prone to counterfeiting. Unfortunately, his last name is misspelled as 'Ripkin.'īecause the 1980 Charlotte O's WBTV Cal Ripken Jr. Unlike the orange-bordered card, the WBTV Ripken has biographical information on the back. was part of a team set that was given out at the ballpark. cards surface, no matter the condition.įeaturing a near-identical design to the police issue, the 1980 Charlotte O's WBTV Cal Ripken Jr.

As a result, prices pop whenever one of the 1980 Charlotte O's Police Cal Ripken Jr. Rare to begin with, it's also extremely prone to damage. Ripken was one of 25 cards handed out randomly. According to Ripken in the Minors, the card was given to children when officers went to speak at schools. is one of the most coveted minor league issues of all-time. Handed out by local law enforcement, the 1980 Charlotte O's Police Cal Ripken Jr. Shop for specific cards or check completed sales using the eBay links below. We looked for cards that were iconic, stand out, have strong value and have withstood the test of time. With literally thousands to choose from, not everyone will agree as everyone has different criteria for what makes a classic card. card auctions currently on eBay.īelow, we've compiled a list of the best Cal Ripken Jr. While the shortstop has certified autographs dating back to 1992, most of his signed cards have been released following his retirement. Ripken's prime coincided with the hobby's Junk Wax Era and the mid-90s insert boom. But many will likely view the pair from separate generations. His only rival in this department is Ken Griffey Jr. Ripken finished his career with 3,184 hits and 431 home runs.įrom a value standpoint, Cal Ripken Jr. He was a two-time American League MVP, 19-time All-Star and World Series Champion. Even without 'The Streak,' he would have been a first-ballot Hall of Famer. Ripken is most remembered for his consecutive games streak of 2,632 games spread over 17 years.

cards were and are among the most collected in the hobby. His hard work, leadership and great play made him an example for all of his peers. was one of the game's most respected players.

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