In total he spent 15 seasons in the NFL with 13 of them being as a member of the 49ers and 2 with the Buccaneers. Heavy distribution meant that many were printed and their values plummeted as a result. ... Pre-Rookie Card (2) Rookie Card (15) Rookie Related (18) Rookie Year (17) Serial Numbered (52) Players. His dominant performances skyrocketed his popularity and so his rookie card remains one of the most popular football cards in the hobby. Need help buying or selling cards or have a general question about the hobby? Designated trademarks and brands are the property of their respective owners. It's not nearly as expensive as his previous USFL card but it still has decent value in pristine condition. Along with the rookie card of longtime fellow 49ers teammate, Jerry Rice, his is a key to this set packed full of great rookie cards. 15 Most Valuable 1984 Topps Football Cards, 15 Most Valuable 1990 Pro Set Football Cards, 10 Most Valuable 1980 Topps Football Cards, Dick Butkus Football Cards: The Ultimate Collector’s Guide, 12 Most Valuable 1990 Topps Football Cards, 1962 Topps Mike Ditka Rookie Card: The Ultimate Collector’s Guide, Franco Harris Football Cards: The Ultimate Collectors Guide, 10 Most Valuable 1990 Score Football Cards, Ross is the founder of Old Sports Cards and has been collecting sports cards for over 30 years. The 1986 Topps Steve Young rookie card is one of the most iconic football cards in the hobby. 1. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Pristine examples of these cards with the tab still intact, perfect corners and edges, and no surface damage can still go for $100-$150. Had he not spent four years as a back-up to Joe Montana, his career stat line would have been that much more impressive. Rookie cards, autographs and more. He also loves to write about the hobby and has written for Beckett, Topps, SABR and of course, this website. Even though it’s relatively easy to find, some can still go for top dollar if they’re in mint or pristine condition. Other great rookie cards in this set include those of Reggie White, Bruce Smith, Boomer Esiason, Andre Reed and William “Refrigerator” Perry. So much so, that it's actually one of the most valuable football cards of all-time. Design: Topps went with a vertical layout in 1986 and featured green borders with white stripes to give them the look and feel of an football field. That said, here is a comprehensive guide that covers the key things you should know before you buy or sell. All rights reserved. 2012 Panini Golden Age Mini Crofts Candy Blue Ink #139 Steve Garvey: $3.03: 2012 Panini Golden Age Mini Ty Cobb Tobacco #139 Steve Garvey: $5.18: 2012 Topps Gold World Series Champion Pins Series 2 #SG Steve Garvey Other Cards From 1986: There is also a 1986 McDonald’s card (shown below) that many consider to be a rookie card as well. $49.99. Contact him at [email protected]. Steve Garvey baseball cards continue to be in demand, with prices varying for type, age, and quality. Value of Steve Garvey Baseball Cards. An inner yellow border houses an image of Young where he looks like he's warming up for a game. Steve Young was one of the greatest quarterbacks to ever play the game. The easily-dinged black design makes it nearly impossible to find perfect copies and mint graded copies can top $2,500 at auction. He was inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame in 2005. From 1974-1980, Steve had 200 hits or more in three consecutive seasons on two separate occasions (1974-1976, 1978-1980). Copyright © 2020 by Old Sports Cards, LLC, Baseball Card Values: How To Determine Their Worth, 100 Most Valuable Baseball Cards: The All-Time Dream List, 40 Most Valuable Football Cards: The All-Time Dream List, 52 Most Valuable Basketball Cards: The All-Time Dream List. Prior to his NFL career, Young spent some time with the Los Angeles Express in the USFL. The card features a patriotic red, white and blue color scheme and a great full color image of Young in his Express uniform. Reverse Side: The reverse side of the card is printed with a horizontal layout and features Young’s personal information and stats from the 1985 season. Make Offer - 1971 TOPPS BASEBALL STEVE GARVEY ROOKIE CARD PSA GRADED 5 EX. You might be surprised. Condition Issues: Chipping and wear showing along the green borders are some of the main issues with this card. Heroes #6 Steve Garvey, 2005 Playoff Absolute Mem. Over his impressive career he would achieve the following: Those are just some of the amazing accomplishments that he'd put up over his Hall of Fame career. Topps also produced a USFL card for Young in 1985 that featured a patriotic look and feel to it as well. Steven Patrick Garvey (born December 22, 1948) is an American former professional baseball player. Centering can also be an obstacle for collectors looking for a copy in high grade. 1971 Topps Steve Garvey RC #341. Update #192 Steve Garvey, 2005 Playoff Prestige Xtra Bases Green #197 Steve Garvey, 2005 Playoff Prestige Xtra Bases Purple #197 Steve Garvey, 2005 Playoff Prestige Xtra Bases Red #197 Steve Garvey, 2005 Playoff Prime Cuts MLB Icons Century Silver #39 Steve Garvey, 2005 Studio Heritage Die Cut #3 Steve Garvey, 2005 Studio Heritage Die Cut Gold #3 Steve Garvey, 2005 Studio Portraits Estrellas Blue B/W #26 Steve Garvey, 2005 Studio Portraits Estrellas Red B/W #26 Steve Garvey, 2005 Studio Portraits Leather/Lumber Blue #26 Steve Garvey, 2005 Studio Portraits Red #26 Steve Garvey, 2005 Studio Portraits Zenith Red B/W #26 Steve Garvey, 2005 Studio Portraits Zenith White #26 Steve Garvey, 2005 Topps All-Time Fan Favorites #118 Steve Garvey, 2005 Topps All-Time Fan Favorites Refractors #118 Steve Garvey, 2005 Topps Pristine Legends #15 Steve Garvey, 2005 Topps Pristine Legends Refractors #15 Steve Garvey, 2005 Topps Pristine Legends Valuable Performance Relics #SG Steve Garvey, 2005 Topps Retired Signature #80 Steve Garvey, 2005 Topps Retired Signature Gold #80 Steve Garvey, 2006 Fleer Greats of the Game #87 Steve Garvey, 2006 Fleer Greats of the Game Copper #87 Steve Garvey, 2006 Fleer Greats of the Game Dodger Blues #SG Steve Garvey, 2006 Fleer Greats of the Game Dodger Blues Memorabilia #SG Steve Garvey, 2006 Fleer Greats of the Game Pewter #87 Steve Garvey, 2006 SP Legendary Cuts Baseball Chronology Gold #SG Steve Garvey, 2006 SP Legendary Cuts Baseball Chronology Platinum #SG Steve Garvey, 2006 SP Legendary Cuts Legendary Materials Gold #SG Steve Garvey, 2006 SP Legendary Cuts When It Was A Game Silver #SG Steve Garvey, 2007 Upper Deck Sweet Spot Classic #87 Steve Garvey, 2008 Donruss Threads College Greats #11 Steve Garvey, 2008 Donruss Threads Proof Green #28 Steve Garvey, 2008 Topps Triple Threads #32 Steve Garvey, 2008 Topps Triple Threads Emerald #32 Steve Garvey, 2009 Topps Update Ring Of Honor #RH95 Steve Garvey, 2010 Topps Update Cards Your Mom Threw Out #CMT136 Steve Garvey, 2010 Topps Update Cards Your Mom Threw Out Original Back #CMT136 Steve Garvey, 2011 Topps 60 Years of Topps #34 Steve Garvey, 2011 Topps 60 Years of Topps Original Back #34 Steve Garvey, 2011 Topps 60 Years of Topps Original Back Series 2 #90 Steve Garvey, 2011 Topps 60 Years of Topps Series 2 #90 Steve Garvey, 2011 Topps Update Commemorative Patch #SG Steve Garvey, 2012 Panini Golden Age Historic Signatures #47 Steve Garvey, 2012 Panini Golden Age Mini Broadleaf Brown Ink #139 Steve Garvey, 2012 Panini Golden Age Mini Crofts Candy Blue Ink #139 Steve Garvey, 2012 Panini Golden Age Mini Ty Cobb Tobacco #139 Steve Garvey, 2012 Topps Gold World Series Champion Pins Series 2 #SG Steve Garvey, 2012 Topps Golden Moments Autographs Series 2 #SG Steve Garvey, 2012 Topps Golden Moments Series 2 #GM49 Steve Garvey, 2012 Topps Gypsy Queen Relics #SG Steve Garvey, 2013 Panini Hometown Heroes #293 Steve Garvey, 2013 Panini Hometown Heroes States #293 Steve Garvey, 2016 Topps Archives Snapshots #AS-SG Steve Garvey. Heavy distribution meant that many were printed and their values plummeted as a result. Number: This is card #374 out of 396 total cards in the set. If you need help selling sports cards but aren't sure where to start, click the button below to learn how I can help! Copyright © 2020 Trading Card Database LLC 1981 Topps Scratchoffs - Panels #56 / 74 / 92 Steve Garvey / Greg Luzinski / Dave Lopes 1981 Topps Scratchoffs - Panels #56 / 75 / 93 Steve Garvey / Lee Mazzilli / Doug Flynn 1981 Topps Squirt #4 Steve Garvey … Shop COMC's extensive selection of steve garvey baseball cards. 2019 Donruss Optic MVP Signatures #MVPSG Steve Garvey (On Card Auto) $15.00 +$4.20 shipping. He was efficient as a passer but could also run circles around defenders. Buy from many sellers and get your cards all in one shipment! Copyright 1999-2020, Sportlots, LLC. Garvey was the 1974 NL MVP, ten-time All-Star, and holds the National League record for consecutive games played (1,207). I've always been a big fan of this set and the design is a big reason why, not just because it's loaded with Hall of Famers and key rookies. Topps also mentions briefly some of his accolades from his rookie campaign with the Bucs and from his time in college at Brigham Young. 1971 Dell Todays Team Stamps #103 Steve Garvey, 1976 Linnett Superstars #115 Steve Garvey, 1977 Hostess Twinkie (Black Stripe Back) #35 Steve Garvey, 1977 Topps Cloth Stickers #19 Steve Garvey, 1980 Team Issue Los Angeles Dodgers Police #NNO Steve Garvey, 1980 Topps Super Gray Backs #13 Steve Garvey, 1980 Topps Super White Backs #13 Steve Garvey, 1981 Perma Super Star Credit Cards #12 Steve Garvey, 1981 Team Issue Los Angeles Dodgers Police #NNO Steve Garvey, 1981 Topps Super Home Team #45 Steve Garvey, 1981 Topps Super National #6 Steve Garvey, 1982 O-Pee-Chee Stickers #258 Steve Garvey, 1982 All-Star Game Program #65 Steve Garvey, 1984 Donruss Action All Stars #38 Steve Garvey, 1984 O-Pee-Chee Stickers #156 Steve Garvey, 1984 All-Star Game Program Insert #NNO Steve Garvey, 1984 Team Issue San Diego Padres Smokey Bear #NNO Steve Garvey, 1984 Topps Milton Bradley #NNO Steve Garvey, 1984 Topps Nestle Dream Team #12 Steve Garvey, 1985 Fleer Limited Edition #9 Steve Garvey, 1985 O-Pee-Chee Stickers #176 Steve Garvey, 1985 General Mills Stickers #NNO Steve Garvey, 1985 Topps Glossy All Stars #2 Steve Garvey, 1986 Fleer League Leaders #15 Steve Garvey, 1986 Fleer Star Stickers #43 Steve Garvey, 1986 Fleer Sticker Box Panels #3 Steve Garvey, 1986 O-Pee-Chee Stickers #104 Steve Garvey, 1986 O-Pee-Chee Stickers #148 Steve Garvey, 1986 Burger King All-Pro #18 Steve Garvey, 1986 Sportflics Decade Greats #61 Steve Garvey, 1986 Topps Glossy All Stars #13 Steve Garvey, 1986 Topps Glossy Send-Ins #38 Steve Garvey, 1987 Donruss Opening Day #143 Steve Garvey, 1987 Fleer Exciting Stars #18 Steve Garvey, 1987 Fleer Limited Edition #16 Steve Garvey, 1987 Fleer Star Stickers #46 Steve Garvey, 1987 O-Pee-Chee Stickers #115 Steve Garvey, 1987 Topps Boardwalk & Baseball #18 Steve Garvey, 1988 Team Issue Dodgers Smokey #17 Steve Garvey, 1990 Swell Baseball Greats #103 Steve Garvey, 1990 Pacific Legends Glossy #27 Steve Garvey, 1990 Team Issue Dodgers Target #270 Steve Garvey, 1991 Swell Baseball Greats #32 Steve Garvey, 1992 Action Packed All-Star Gallery #64 Steve Garvey, 1994 Upper Deck All-Time Heroes #185 Steve Garvey, 1994 Upper Deck All-Time Heroes #213 Steve Garvey, 1994 Upper Deck All-Time Heroes 125th #185 Steve Garvey, 1994 Upper Deck All-Time Heroes 125th #213 Steve Garvey, 1995 SP Championship Classic Performances #10 Steve Garvey, 1995 SP Championship Die Cuts #106 Steve Garvey, 1999 Fleer Sports Illustrated Greats of the Game #66 Steve Garvey, 1999 Fleer Sports Illustrated Greats of the Game Cover Collection #28 Steve Garvey, 1999 Fleer Sports Illustrated Greats of the Game Cover Collection #46 Steve Garvey, 2001 Fleer Greats Of The Game #59 Steve Garvey, 2001 SP Authentic Cooperstown Calling Game Jersey #CC-SG Steve Garvey, 2001 Upper Deck Decade 1970s #61 Steve Garvey, 2001 Upper Deck Decade 1970s #153 Steve Garvey, 2001 Upper Deck Decade 1970s Bellbottomed Bashers #BB10 Steve Garvey, 2001 Upper Deck Decade 1970s Dynasties #D5 Steve Garvey, 2001 Upper Deck Minor League Centennial #63 Steve Garvey, 2002 Fleer Fall Classics #26 Steve Garvey, 2002 Fleer Greats of the Game #49 Steve Garvey, 2002 Topps Archive Reserves #45 Steve Garvey, 2002 Topps Chrome Traded #T268 Steve Garvey, 2002 Topps Chrome Traded Black Refractors #T268 Steve Garvey, 2002 Topps Chrome Traded Refractors #T268 Steve Garvey, 2002 Topps Traded Gold #T268 Steve Garvey, 2002 Upper Deck Piece of History #64 Steve Garvey, 2002 Upper Deck Piece of History MVP Club #M13 Steve Garvey, 2002 Upper Deck Piece of History Tape Measure #TM21 Steve Garvey, 2002 Upper Deck Sweet Spot Classics #71 Steve Garvey, 2002 Upper Deck Sweet Spot Classics Jersey #J-SG Steve Garvey, 2002 Upper Deck World Series Heroes #33 Steve Garvey, 2002 Upper Deck World Series Heroes Patch Collection Signatures #WS81 Steve Garvey, 2003 Donruss Team Heroes #253 Steve Garvey, 2003 Donruss Team Heroes Glossy #253 Steve Garvey, 2003 Topps All-Time Fan Favorites #133 Steve Garvey, 2003 Topps All-Time Fan Favorites Chrome Refractors #133 Steve Garvey, 2003 Topps All-Time Fan Favorites Relics #FFR-SG Steve Garvey, 2003 Topps Retired Signature #55 Steve Garvey, 2003 Topps Tribute World Series #113 Steve Garvey, 2003 Upper Deck Sweet Spot Classics #81 Steve Garvey, 2003 Upper Deck Sweet Spot Classics Patch Cards #SG1 Steve Garvey, 2004 Donruss Leather and Lumber Lumber Cuts #47 Steve Garvey, 2004 Donruss Team Heroes #222 Steve Garvey, 2004 Donruss World Series October Heroes #19 Steve Garvey, 2004 Donruss World Series October Heroes 25 #19 Steve Garvey, 2004 Donruss World Series WS Blue #73 Steve Garvey, 2004 Fleer Greats of the Game Blue Series 2 #110 Steve Garvey, 2004 Fleer Greats of the Game Forever #2 Steve Garvey, 2004 Fleer Greats of the Game Series 2 #110 Steve Garvey, 2004 Topps All-Time Fan Favorites #149 Steve Garvey, 2004 Topps Retired Signature #72 Steve Garvey, 2004 Topps Retired Signature Black #72 Steve Garvey, 2004 Upper Deck Legends TT #98 Steve Garvey, 2004 Upper Deck Legends TT #143 Steve Garvey, 2004 Upper Deck Legends TT #183 Steve Garvey, 2004 Upper Deck Legends TT #205 Steve Garvey, 2004 Upper Deck Legends TT Bronze #183 Steve Garvey, 2005 Donruss Classics Stars of Summer #23 Steve Garvey, 2005 Donruss Classics Stars of Summer Gold #23 Steve Garvey, 2005 Donruss Diamond Kings #298 Steve Garvey, 2005 Donruss Diamond Kings Framed Red #298 Steve Garvey, 2005 Donruss Diamond Kings Gold #298 Steve Garvey, 2005 Donruss Greats Silver #78 Steve Garvey, 2005 Donruss Greats Souvenirs #7 Steve Garvey, 2005 Donruss Leather & Lumber Hitters Inc. #19 Steve Garvey, 2005 Donruss Team Heroes #168 Steve Garvey, 2005 Donruss Team Heroes Showdown Blue #168 Steve Garvey, 2005 Donruss Team Heroes Showdown Red #168 Steve Garvey, 2005 Donruss Team Heroes Showdown Silver #168 Steve Garvey, 2005 Playoff Absolute Mem.