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Jackie Robinson, Shohei Ohtani rookie cards top January Auction at REA
Two game-changing baseball legends led REA’s January Auction, with Jackie Robinson and Shohei Ohtani rookie cards both selling for five figures.
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A 1948-1949 Leaf #79 Jackie Robinson Rookie card graded SGC EX+ 5.5 and a 2018 Topps Chrome Shohei Ohtani Rookie Autograph #RA-SO card (PSA 10) led the auction, with both selling for $24,600.
Meanwhile, a 1911 M110 Sporting Life Cabinet Honus Wagner (PSA GOOD 2, MK) sold for $19,680 and a 1969 Topps #533 Nolan Ryan (PSA 9) finished at $12,300.
Among basketball cards, a 1986-1987 Fleer Michael Jordan Rookie card (PSA 8) sold for $11,685, while a 2008-2009 Topps Chrome Basketball #23 LeBron James Orange Refractor #86/499 (PSA 10) closed at $11,070.
“It’s always a great feeling to kick off the new year by delivering a variety of strong results across a wide selection of items,” REA President Brian Dwyer said. “While it’s very early, we’re already seeing that collectors are coming into 2026 with a very strong appetite for cards and collectibles across the board, which is a fantastic sign for the hobby.”
Other notable sales included:
• 1951 Bowman #253 Mickey Mantle Rookie (PSA EX 5, MC) $15,990
• 1933 R319 Goudey #92 Lou Gehrig (SGC 5) $14,145
• 1971 Topps #600 Willie Mays (SGC MINT 9) $11,377.50
• 1948-1949 Leaf #79 Jackie Robinson Rookie SGC VG 3 $11,070
• 2000 Bowman Football #236 Tom Brady Rookie (PSA 10) $11,070
REA’s next event will be its February Auction that runs from February 12-22.
