Ozzie Smith
Baseball • Topps Baseball
Sport & Year
Baseball • 1982
Brand & Set
Topps - Topps Baseball
Card Number
#452
Card Type
Veteran / Team Change
Rarity
Base
Parallel Variant & Language
Base • English
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Grade
Excellent (EX 5)
Estimated Market Value
$1 - $5 (Raw) / $15 - $25 (PSA 7) / $400+ (PSA 10)
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for under $5. PSA 9 examples recently sold for approximately $60-$80, while PSA 10 examples are rare and command high premiums due to centering issues common in this set.
Condition Details
The image shows significant centering issues, being heavily shifted towards the left border. There is visible corner softening on the top right and bottom left. The surface appears to have light wear, and the color seems slightly desaturated, though this may be partially due to the top-loader reflection.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading in current condition. The centering is significantly off, likely limiting the grade to a 5 or 6 (or a Qualifyer). Grading costs would likely exceed the market value of the slabbed card. Only high-grade (9 or 10) copies are worth the investment for this specific card.
Card Description
Ozzie Smith is shown wearing a St. Louis Cardinals uniform and cap with the classic 'STL' logo. This card is significant as it is his first Topps card following his trade from the San Diego Padres to the Cardinals. The card features a close-up portrait of the Hall of Fame shortstop smiling.
Notable Features
First year Card as a St. Louis Cardinal; Hall of Fame player; classic 1982 Topps border design.
Authentication Notes
The card stock, print pattern, and color aging appear consistent with authentic 1982 Topps production. No immediate signs of reproduction or counterfeiting are visible through the protective holder.
Scanned: 2026-06-17T19:40:07.540906