Roberto Clemente Topps Project 2020 Card $130

Updated August 7, 2026

Lot number68
CategorySports & Trading Cards
AuctionAUG 13 26 GOLD SILVER BULLION SLABBED KNIVES CARDS
DateAugust 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT
Auction houseIowa Surplus & Estate Auctions
LocationCoralville, Iowa

Roberto Clemente Topps Project 2020 Card $130 This official Topps Project 2020 baseball card features Pittsburgh Pirates legend Roberto Clemente as reimagined by the artist Mister Cartoon. Priced at $130, this collectible reimagines Clemente's iconic 1955 Topps rookie card with a unique street-art aesthetic, featuring fine-line tattoo-style script, stylized graphics, and "The Great One’s" portrait set against a vibrant yellow and orange background. The card is housed in its original clear protective magnetic one-touch case, complete with the black Topps Project 2020 security seal and a secondary identification label numbered 0141. This specific design includes meaningful details like the "home run!" speech bubble and Clemente's famous quote, "I was born to play baseball," making it a must-have cross-over piece for both sports memorabilia collectors and fans of contemporary Chicano art. Condition: The card appears to be in its original Topps factory-sealed acrylic magnetic holder with the official "Project 2020" black security sticker intact. Based on its housing, it is likely in Near Mint to Mint condition, as it remains protected from handling and environmental wear. The corners and edges visible through the case appear sharp, and the surface shows no obvious signs of scratches or fading. Mint: Not formally graded by a third party, but it remains in its original factory-issued state, which is generally considered raw mint. Metal Content: There is no metal content; the item is a premium cardstock baseball card. Historical Context: This card is part of the Topps Project 2020 series, a year-long collection that reimagined 20 iconic baseball rookie cards through the lens of 20 different contemporary artists. This specific card honors Hall of Famer Roberto Clemente, the legendary Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder known for his humanitarian work and exceptional skill. The artwork is by Matt Taylor, who reinterpreted Clemente's 1955 Topps rookie card using a modern, illustrative style. Strike Type: Not applicable to a printed trading card. Grading: The card is ungraded but remains in its original, sealed Topps Project 2020 distribution case. Roberto Clemente, Topps Project 2020, baseball card, Pittsburgh Pirates, MLB, trading card, sports memorabilia, collectible, art card, Topps, baseball legend, Major League Baseball, limited edition, athlete, sports card, protective case, Hall of Fame, outfield, iconic, sports art Roberto Clemente, Topps Project 2020, baseball card, Pittsburgh Pirates, MLB memorabilia, collectible sports card, artistic baseball card, Roberto Clemente autograph style, vintage baseball aesthetic, limited edition card Bidder is fully responsible for: - Determining what an item is worth to you - Evaluating the condition and authenticity of items - Making informed bidding decisions -BIDDER/BUYER To determine the items' Condition, Completeness, Authenticity, and Grade. - Fulfillment of contract of bid, understands there are no refunds o

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