Top Pete Rose Cards
Fondly known as “Charlie Hustle,” Pete Rose’s remarkable legacy spans over two decades and is marked by unparalleled determination, the MLB’s all-time hit record for hits (4,256), and 17 All-Star appearances. Beyond his rookie card, Rose’s trading cards have become prized possessions among enthusiasts, capturing iconic moments from his storied journey on the diamond. In a momentous return to the trading card scene, Rose was immortalized in the 2024 Bowman Baseball Retrofractor, a testament to his enduring impact on the sport and popularity among fans and collectors alike. Let’s check out some of “Charlie Hustle’s” top cards.
Pete Rose Cards to Collect
1964 Kahns Pete Rose
Kahn’s has been a staple of quality meat in the Cincinnati area since 1883. In 1964, the company produced trading cards distributed regionally with a purchase of Kahn’s hot dogs. Salute to the lucky hot dog eaters who landed this beauty of a Pete Rose card. These are extremely hard to find on the secondary market.
1965 Topps #207 Pete Rose
The 1965 Topps #2017 Pete Rose represents Rose’s third year in The Bigs. That season, he led the league in hits for the first time, tallying 209 and earned his first All-Star appearance. Word on the street is this is an extremely valuable card, with ungraded versions hitting triple digits.
1967 Topps #430 Pete Rose
In 1967, Rose drew his second All-Star appearance and batted over .300 for the third consecutive year. He’d go on to boast a lifetime batting average of .303, which is remarkable given his 24-season career.
1964 Topps #125 Pete Rose
The 1964 Topps #125 Pete Rose might read All-Star Rookie on it, but it’s not considered an official rookie card. Though it highlights his rookie season in 1963 when he took home Rookie of the Year honors, it is his second card under the Topps brand, but his first Topps card where he appears by himself. This is an extremely valuable card, with some higher-graded versions selling for close to six figures. Happy Hunting!
1963 Topps Rookie Stars #537 Pedro Gonzalez/Ken McMullen/Pete Rose/Al Weis RC
The 1963 Topps Rookie Stars #537 Pedro Gonzalez/Ken McMullen/Pete Rose/Al Weis RC is Rose’s only official rookie card. That’s right. This is the granddaddy of the Pete Rose card family. That makes it his most expensive card and one of the Topps brand’s most coveted ever. Landing one of these takes a massive reach into the ole’ pockets. Happy Hunting!
