The Top Sports Card Auctions Of January 2025

January kicks off the New Year, 2025. The holidays are behind us. Spring Training is over a month away, but the NFL, NHL, and NBA are in full swing.

But what about the sports card auction action? There are fewer auctions this month than most, perhaps giving collectors a chance to recover from holiday spending.

But the scheduled auctions offer a nice variety, with lots ranging across sports and price ranges to provide a little auction fun for all.

Sirius Sports Card Auction #381

Sirius Sports Cards is back with their Auction #381, which wraps up on January 2^nd.  Like most Sirius auctions, baseball is the headliner here, although all sports are represented.

You’ll also find more collector-level items here, unlike the museum pieces you’ll see in many other auctions.

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Items of Note

The auction features an interesting selection of autographed rookie cards. These include a 1968 Topps Nolan Ryan in PSA 6 / AUTO 10, a 1980 Topps Rickey Henderson in PSA 8 / AUTO 10, and a 1969 Topps Decals Reggie Jackson PSA 9 / AUTO 10.

Several signed Ken Griffey Jr. rookie cards are included, including the 1989 Upper Deck, 1989 Score, and 1989 Fleer.

There are, of course, plenty of other nice vintage baseball cards available. Hank Aaron fans will find copies of his 1962 Topps and 1959 Topps, both in PSA 6. Whitey Ford? There’s a 1956 Topps in PSA 7, and a 1959 Topps in PSA 8.

Other gems include a 1962 Topps Ron Santo in PSA 8 and a 1984 Fleer Update Kirby Puckett in PSA 9.

A few gems from other sports include a 1986 Fleer Akeem Olajuwon in PSA 9, a 1948 Leaf Bill Dudley in PSA 6, a 1992 Topps Shaq autographed rookie card in PSA 9/Auto 10, and an autographed 1987 Fleer John Stockton RC in PSA 9/Auto 10.

There’s plenty more to like here, as you’ll find non-sports, memorabilia, and more.

Memory Lane, Inc. Winter Rarities Auction 2025

Memory Lane, Inc., is holding its Winter Rarities Auction 2025, which will conclude on January 11th.

The auction will feature a number of high-end gems, with a focus on vintage and a heavy dose of baseball, although lots range across sports and eras.

Auction Basics

Items of Note

There are some truly impressive vintage finds here. Babe Ruth items? There’s an autographed baseball, plus 1933 Goudey cards in PSA 8 – card numbers 144, 149, and 181. Lou Gehrig?

There are both card numbers 37 and 61 from the 1934 Goudey set, both in impressive PSA 8 condition. There are plenty of Mickey Mantle cards, including the iconic 1952 Topps in a PSA 2.

There are many other iconic cards here, including a 1915 Cracker Jack Joe Jackson in PSA 7, 1954 Topps Hank Aaron in PSA 8, and a 1956 Topps Jackie Robinson White Back in PSA 9.

There’s a 1984 Star Michael Jordan in a PSA 6, a 2003 Upper Deck Exquisite Collection Autograph Patches LeBron James /100, a 1958 Topps Jim Brown in PSA 8, and a 2000 Playoff Contenders Tom Brady Rookie Auto in an SGC 9.

There are plenty more amazing lots here to uncover, including memorabilia, unopened material, complete sets, and more.

Robert Edward Auctions January Encore Auction

Robert Edward Auctions is offering its January Encore Auction, which starts on January 9 and runs through the 19^th. Details are not yet available.

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Please check back, as we will update you when details of the auction become available.

Heritage Auctions 2025 January 24 – 25 Winter Sports Cards Catalog Auction

Heritage Auctions has its 2025 January 24 – 25 Winter Sports Cards Catalog Auction, which wraps up, as you’ve probably guessed across January 24 and 25^th. With almost 2,500 lots, this is a big auction with many of high-end items.

Auction Basics

Items of Note

There are several great Michael Jordan lots to lead off this auction. These include a 1984-85 Star Co. Michael Jordan in PSA 8.5, a 1997-98 SkyBox Metal Universe Michael Jordan in PSA 5, and a 1986 Fleer Michael Jordan in PSA 10.

There are also plenty of lots featuring the 1909-11 T206 cards, including a 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 350/30 Eddie Plank PSA 3, a pop 3 card.

Speaking of pop 3 cards, there’s a 1997 Skybox E-X 2001 Allen Iverson in PSA 5, which is one of only 3 produced. There’s a 2020 Panini Immaculate Collection Joe Burrow Premium Patch Rookie Autograph that’s got a PSA 10 Auto. Vintage basketball fans will enjoy the 1948 Bowman George Mikan Rookie in SGC 8.

There’s a 1962 Topps 5^th and 6^th series wax box that’d be a blast to open. There are also plenty of unopened materials, autographed items, programs, and tickets, and much more.

Other Auctions of Note in January, 2025

Heritage Auctions has weekly auctions ending on January 5, January 12, January 19, and January 26.

Goldin Auctions has weekly auctions ending on January 2, January 9, January 16, January 23, and January 30.

Final thoughts on The Top Sports Card Auctions of January 2025

While January is a bit lighter regarding the number of significant auctions, there’s still lots to like this month.

The variety—from collector-grade auctions to museum-quality, high-end lots and a taste of every sport—means there’s something for everyone. Let us know what’s on your mind at CardLines on Twitter.

Love auction action? Check out our reviews of notable auction house providers in the industry:

• Memory Lane Auctions
• REA Auctions
• Fanatics Auctions
• Goldin Auctions
• Wheatland Auctions