The 1980 Topps Dave Chalk #261 baseball card features the Oakland Athletics player in a classic Topps design. This catalog entry represents the specific card number from the 1980 set.
Guide Estimate: $1.00. Evidence date not available.
Completed Sales: $1.49. Evidence date: Aug 23, 2026.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $1.00 to $1.00 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 10, 2026 and Sep 27, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
$1.49
Completed Sales
Based on Sold Comps (RAW) · 3 observations
Estimate: $1.49, based on Completed Sales.
Source date not available
Completed Sales: $1.49. Evidence date: Aug 23, 2026.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
$3.25
Guide Estimate
0%
Based on Aggregated Price GuideGuide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
Estimate: $3.25, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $3.25. Evidence date not available.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $3.25 to $3.25 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 10, 2026 and Sep 27, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
$21.59
Guide Estimate
0%
Based on Aggregated Price GuideGuide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
Estimate: $21.59, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $21.59. Evidence date not available.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $21.59 to $21.59 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 10, 2026 and Sep 27, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
$34.00
Guide Estimate
0%
Based on Aggregated Price GuideGuide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
Estimate: $34.00, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $34.00. Evidence date not available.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $34.00 to $34.00 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 10, 2026 and Sep 27, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
$46.00
Guide Estimate
0%
Based on Aggregated Price GuideGuide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
Estimate: $46.00, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $46.00. Evidence date not available.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $46.00 to $46.00 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 10, 2026 and Sep 27, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
$21.00
Guide Estimate
0%
Based on Aggregated Price GuideGuide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
Estimate: $21.00, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $21.00. Evidence date not available.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $21.00 to $21.00 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 10, 2026 and Sep 27, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
$35.00
Guide Estimate
0%
Based on Aggregated Price GuideGuide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
Estimate: $35.00, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $35.00. Evidence date not available.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $35.00 to $35.00 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 10, 2026 and Sep 27, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
$21.00
Guide Estimate
0%
Based on Aggregated Price GuideGuide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
Estimate: $21.00, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $21.00. Evidence date not available.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $21.00 to $21.00 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 10, 2026 and Sep 27, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
$1.00
Source
Guide Estimate
Trend
0%
Price Details
Based on Aggregated Price Guide
Estimate: $1.00, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $1.00. Evidence date not available.
Completed Sales: $1.49. Evidence date: Aug 23, 2026.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $1.00 to $1.00 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 10, 2026 and Sep 27, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
$1.49
Source
Completed Sales
Trend
Price Details
Based on Sold Comps (RAW) · 3 observations
Estimate: $1.49, based on Completed Sales.
Source date not available
Completed Sales: $1.49. Evidence date: Aug 23, 2026.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
$3.25
Source
Guide Estimate
Trend
0%
Price Details
Based on Aggregated Price GuideGuide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
Estimate: $3.25, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $3.25. Evidence date not available.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $3.25 to $3.25 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 10, 2026 and Sep 27, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
$21.59
Source
Guide Estimate
Trend
0%
Price Details
Based on Aggregated Price GuideGuide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
Estimate: $21.59, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $21.59. Evidence date not available.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $21.59 to $21.59 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 10, 2026 and Sep 27, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
$34.00
Source
Guide Estimate
Trend
0%
Price Details
Based on Aggregated Price GuideGuide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
Estimate: $34.00, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $34.00. Evidence date not available.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $34.00 to $34.00 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 10, 2026 and Sep 27, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
$46.00
Source
Guide Estimate
Trend
0%
Price Details
Based on Aggregated Price GuideGuide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
Estimate: $46.00, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $46.00. Evidence date not available.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $46.00 to $46.00 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 10, 2026 and Sep 27, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
$21.00
Source
Guide Estimate
Trend
0%
Price Details
Based on Aggregated Price GuideGuide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
Estimate: $21.00, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $21.00. Evidence date not available.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $21.00 to $21.00 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 10, 2026 and Sep 27, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
$35.00
Source
Guide Estimate
Trend
0%
Price Details
Based on Aggregated Price GuideGuide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
Estimate: $35.00, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $35.00. Evidence date not available.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $35.00 to $35.00 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 10, 2026 and Sep 27, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
$21.00
Source
Guide Estimate
Trend
0%
Price Details
Based on Aggregated Price GuideGuide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales
Estimate: $21.00, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not available
Guide Estimate: $21.00. Evidence date not available.
Supported by the available observations, but not a guaranteed sale price.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $21.00 to $21.00 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 10, 2026 and Sep 27, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
Below grade 10 the guide publishes one estimate across all graders, so these rows are not PSA, BGS, CGC or SGC prices, and a low slabbed grade can sit below a clean raw copy. Grade 10 is estimated per grader.
Each point is the last stored observation that day for this printing, condition, grader, autograph status and source. Gaps mean no observation; guide estimates and asking prices are not completed sales.
Product Overview
Description
The 1980 Topps Dave Chalk #261 baseball card represents a specific entry from one of the most recognizable sets in sports card history. Produced by Topps, this release captures the visual identity of early 1980s baseball card design, characterized by its distinct layout and framing style that collectors associate with the era. As card number 261 in the 1980 set, it serves as a tangible piece of that year's production run, offering a standardized design element that defines the overall aesthetic of the collection. Dave Chalk, featured on this card, was associated with the Oakland Athletics during this period. The card provides a snapshot of the player in the context of the 1980 season, making it a relevant piece for those interested in the history of the team or the player's career trajectory during that time. For collectors of vintage baseball cards, the 1980 Topps set is often a target for completion, and individual cards like #261 are essential components of that effort. Whether you are looking to add this card to a growing collection of 1980s Topps issues or simply appreciate the historical context of the Oakland Athletics roster from that year, this entry provides the necessary identifiers. The card stands as a representative example of the mass-produced nature of the 1980 release, where thousands of identical cards were created to meet the demand of fans and collectors alike. By focusing on the catalog details of the 1980 Topps Dave Chalk #261, collectors can ensure they are acquiring the correct piece for their sets or investments.
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Card Details
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SuperCatch Expert Analysis
Market Value Insight
Dave Chalk's 1980 Topps card occupies the lower end of the value spectrum, consistent with late-career utility players from this era who never achieved star status. With only one active listing, the market is essentially illiquid, meaning price discovery is unreliable and any single transaction could skew perceived value significantly. Chalk's tenure with the Oakland Athletics in 1980 represents the tail end of his MLB career, which limits collector enthusiasm compared to his earlier California Angels years.
Rarity Breakdown
The 1980 Topps base set was produced in very high print runs typical of the era, making individual cards widely available in raw form with minimal scarcity. This is a standard base card with no parallel, serial number, or short print designation, placing it firmly in the common card category. Graded population reports for this card are expectedly thin, not due to rarity but due to lack of collector demand for PSA or BGS submission on commons of this vintage.
Investment Outlook
Chalk retired after the 1980 season and has no Hall of Fame candidacy or significant cultural resurgence driving renewed collector interest. The vintage 1980 Topps set does carry some broad nostalgic appeal, but that demand concentrates heavily on star players and rookie cards within the set rather than commons. Without a catalyst such as a documentary feature, record anniversary, or hobby trend toward deep-cut player collecting, market momentum for this card remains flat with little expectation of appreciation.
