1982 Topps In Action Joe Montana #489

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PSA 10 Price: $800 - $1,200
PSA 9 Price: $40 - $100
PSA 8 Price: $20 - $40
Total Pop: 2,078

Tale of the Tape

Player’s Iconic Status
97
Card's Significance in the Hobby
25
Rarity Factor
95
Player Marketability
95
Overall Hobby Score
78
78

Badges

Generational Talent
Multiple Time Champion
Career Milestones
Best in Draft Class
Pop Under 5,000

Player Achievements

1979 - 1994

Super Bowl Championships: 4
Super Bowl MVPs: 3
NFL MVP Awards: 2
Pro Bowls: 8
All-Pro Selections: 6
Hall of Fame Inductee: 2000

How I Arrived at the Hobby Score

The 1982 Topps In Action Joe Montana #489 highlights Montana’s appeal as one of the most marketable players of his era. Playing for the San Francisco 49ers, a major market team with a huge national following, Montana was at the center of a dynasty and the face of NFL success in the 1980s. His calm under pressure and ability to win big games made him a household name and a favorite for endorsements and media coverage.

This card captures Montana in action during the early years of his legendary career, just after his first Super Bowl win. The In Action subset was designed to showcase star players in dynamic moments, adding to its collector appeal. For fans and collectors, this card is a reminder of Montana’s star power, his place in a winning franchise, and his status as the gold standard for quarterbacks of his generation.

PSA Price History (January)

Year PSA 10 Price PSA 9 Price
2022
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2025

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