More Collectible & Wider Appeal: 1954 Topps Hank Aaron v. 1953 Topps Mickey Mantle?

JackWESQ

Between a 1954 Topps Hank Aaron and a 1953 Topps Mickey Mantle, which card do you think is "more collectible" and/or has a wider appeal?

My initial reaction is to go with the Aaron because, well, it's the Hammer's rookie card. But on second thought, I think more people would say the Mantle because very few things trump Mickey Mantle when it comes to sports cards.

Your thoughts?

/s/ JackWESQ

Rogermnj

I have a 53 mantle so mantle is the correct answer

OAKESY25

I would like a aaron rookie.. I have a 53 mantle and I tire on my cards rather quickly usually turn them over and then regret it..
and own it again down the road

flash300

Both great cards but i would pick Mantle

hofautos

hands down hank aaron's rookie...there is something magical about the rookie

storm888

More Collectible = Aaron

Wider Appeal = Mantle

perkdog

IMO the 53 Mantle is his best looking card, tough decision but I would go with the Mick.

BobaFett72

I'd rather have the rookie of the true HR king than the overly hyped Mantle.

nam812

Since most collectors can not afford the 1952 Topps Mantle in a mid grade condition, for a Topps issue collector, having a 1953 Topps Mantle is the next best thing.

53BKid

Aaron rookie by far, in my opinion.

msassin

Aaron

perkdog

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hofautos

<< <i>Since most collectors can not afford the 1952 Topps Mantle in a mid grade condition, for a Topps issue collector, having a 1953 Topps Mantle is the next best thing. >>



Although i would go with the hank, If I had to go with Mick, I would rather have a higher grade 56 or other later year.
IMO the 53 loses its eye appeal in lower grades.

That or save up a little more and get a PSA 2 1951 ROOKIE
$1300

chaz43

Mantle. chaz