
Craig Swan
1983 • Fleer
#557
The 1980 Topps Craig Swan #8 baseball card captures the New York Mets shortstop during a pivotal era of MLB history, serving as a foundational piece for vintage set builders.
1980 • Topps
Major League Baseball • New York Mets
Excellent
8
New
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| Condition | Value | Comps | Source | Price Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raw / Ungraded | $1.45 | 24 | Asking Prices Based on eBay Active Listings | Source Observation Date Unavailable |
Price HistoryOver the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $0.99 to $1.45 across 3 capture days. Change between Aug 21, 2026 and Sep 10, 2026: 7.4%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts. | ||||
| BGS 10Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales | $61.00 | Unknown | Guide Estimate Based on Aggregated Price Guide | Source Observation Date Unavailable |
Price HistoryOver the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $60.00 to $61.00 across 2 capture days. Change between Aug 29, 2026 and Sep 10, 2026: 1.7%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts. | ||||
| CGC 10Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales | $28.00 | Unknown | Guide Estimate Based on Aggregated Price Guide | Source Observation Date Unavailable |
Price HistoryOver the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $28.00 to $28.00 across 2 capture days. Change between Aug 29, 2026 and Sep 10, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts. | ||||
| PSA 10Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales | $46.55 | Unknown | Guide Estimate Based on Aggregated Price Guide | Source Observation Date Unavailable |
Price HistoryOver the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $46.51 to $46.55 across 2 capture days. Change between Aug 29, 2026 and Sep 10, 2026: 0.1%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts. | ||||
| SGC 10Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales | $28.00 | Unknown | Guide Estimate Based on Aggregated Price Guide | Source Observation Date Unavailable |
Price HistoryOver the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $28.00 to $28.00 across 2 capture days. Change between Aug 29, 2026 and Sep 10, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts. | ||||
| Grade 8 Guide (Generic)Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales | $10.61 | Unknown | Guide Estimate Based on Aggregated Price Guide | Source Observation Date Unavailable |
Price HistoryOver the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $10.60 to $10.61 across 2 capture days. Change between Aug 29, 2026 and Sep 10, 2026: 0.1%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts. | ||||
| Grade 9 Guide (Generic)Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales | $22.52 | Unknown | Guide Estimate Based on Aggregated Price Guide | Source Observation Date Unavailable |
Price HistoryOver the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $22.52 to $22.52 across 2 capture days. Change between Aug 29, 2026 and Sep 10, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts. | ||||
| Grade 9.5 Guide (Generic)Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales | $43.64 | Unknown | Guide Estimate Based on Aggregated Price Guide | Source Observation Date Unavailable |
Price HistoryOver the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $43.60 to $43.64 across 2 capture days. Change between Aug 29, 2026 and Sep 10, 2026: 0.1%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts. | ||||
| Raw / Ungraded | $1.99As of 4/20/2026 | 5 | Completed Sales Based on eBay Sold Listings (RAW) | Source Observation Date Unavailable |
Raw / Ungraded
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Based on eBay Active ListingsBGS 10Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
Guide Estimate
Based on Aggregated Price GuideCGC 10Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
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Based on Aggregated Price GuidePSA 10Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
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Based on Aggregated Price GuideSGC 10Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
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Based on Aggregated Price GuideGrade 8 Guide (Generic)Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
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Based on Aggregated Price GuideGrade 9 Guide (Generic)Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
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Based on Aggregated Price GuideGrade 9.5 Guide (Generic)Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
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Based on Aggregated Price GuideRaw / Ungraded
Completed Sales
Based on eBay Sold Listings (RAW)Craig Swan’s tenure with the New York Mets is permanently etched into the 1980 Topps baseball card set, specifically on card number 8. As a central figure in the Mets infield during the early 1980s, Swan’s presence on this card represents a specific moment in franchise history that resonates with vintage sports enthusiasts. Collectors who focus on the 1980s era often prioritize this card as a essential component of their base set assembly. The card’s straightforward presentation allows the subject to remain the focal point, reflecting the design philosophy of Topps during this period. For investors and hobbyists alike, 1980 Topps cards are valued for their accessibility and the nostalgia they evoke, making them a staple in many collections. The platform supports collectors who are looking to complete specific year sets or who seek to acquire individual cards to fill gaps in their archives. Whether you are a long-time fan of the New York Mets or a dedicated student of baseball history, the 1980 Topps Craig Swan #8 card offers a tangible connection to the sport’s past. It stands as a representative example of the trading card industry’s output during a time when baseball was experiencing a significant surge in popularity and media coverage. This card is not just a piece of cardboard but a historical artifact that documents the roster and style of the New York Mets in 1980.
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Craig Swan's 1980 Topps base card occupies the lower tier of his overall cardboard footprint, consistent with late-career base issues from this era that see modest collector demand. With only one active listing currently available, the market is essentially illiquid, meaning price discovery is unreliable and any transaction reflects a thin sample rather than true market consensus. Swan's significance as a former NL ERA champion in 1978 provides a modest floor of interest among Mets team collectors, though this card does not command a premium in the broader 1980 Topps set.
This is a standard base card from the 1980 Topps set, which was produced in very high quantities typical of the mass-print era, meaning raw copies are abundant and carry little scarcity value on their own. There are no known short prints, parallels, or serial-numbered variants associated with this issue. Graded population reports for this card are expectedly sparse, as submitting high-volume base cards from this period is generally only worthwhile for gem-mint examples, and PSA/BGS populations for Swan's 1980 Topps remain low simply due to lack of submission interest rather than true rarity.
Swan is a retired player with no Hall of Fame candidacy, which significantly limits long-term speculative upside on his cardboard. Demand is driven almost entirely by Mets team collectors and vintage set builders, both of which are stable but slow-growth collector segments. Grading submission trends for common 1980 Topps cards remain low unless condition rarities emerge, so this card is best viewed as a set-filler or nostalgic pickup rather than an investment vehicle with meaningful appreciation potential.

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