29. Honus Wagner Baseball Card
Manufacturer: Factory 25
Original Price: US$ 50*
Current value: US$ 6.6 million*
Who owns the most well-known and expensive baseball card in the world? In 2021, the T206 Honus Wagner Baseball Card sold for a record $6.6 million. The card is in perfect condition and is considered the best version of the card in existence. With a price like that, it's exactly what you'd expect, especially since Wagner's portfolio has broken many records over the years.
According to legend, Wagner took the letter out of production shortly after 50 were made. The reason is disputed, some say he did not want to sell cigarettes to children, others suggest he had not given permission for his photo to be used. Either way, it certainly worked out in the long run.
The story behind the card makes it even more collectible. While history is important, details like the above can make a collectible even more sought after. Intriguing stories can turn into higher bids that no one expected.
