1980 Topps #482 Rickey Henderson ROOKIE PSA MINT 9

1980 Topps #482 Rickey Henderson PSA 9 – The Rookie of a Revolutionary

The 1980 Topps #482 Rickey Henderson stands as one of the most iconic and important rookie cards of the modern era — the debut of baseball’s ultimate leadoff man and one of the game’s most electrifying athletes. Rickey Henderson didn’t just steal bases; he redefined what it meant to control a game from the top of the lineup. With swagger, speed, and precision, he would go on to become the all-time leader in runs and stolen bases, earning 10 All-Star selections, an MVP award, and a first-ballot Hall of Fame induction. This card marks the beginning of that legend — a player whose impact on the diamond was as fast and fearless as his game itself.

This PSA 9 example is a stunning, high-grade specimen from a notoriously condition-sensitive issue. The green and yellow Athletics color scheme remains bold and vibrant, the centering excellent, and the surface gloss bright and clean. The corners are razor-sharp, the edges crisp, and the image clarity exceptional, giving this example near–Gem Mint eye appeal. Few copies from the early 1980s era survive with such balance, color, and preservation.

The 1980 Topps Henderson rookie has transcended generations — a cornerstone of any Hall of Fame collection and a symbol of baseball’s golden transition into the modern era. A superb PSA 9 example of one of the hobby’s most celebrated rookie cards — a vivid, near-perfect tribute to the greatest leadoff hitter who ever lived.