December delivered a remarkable mix of standout submissions, featuring some of the most memorable cards we’ve seen all month. From high-upside rookies and coveted TCG pulls to timeless vintage pieces, the variety was undeniable. We’ve rounded up the highlights, here’s a closer look.
10. 2025 Topps Chrome Update Mickey Mouse Mickey and Friends DSG 10 Gem Mint $750
The 2025 Topps Chrome Update Mickey Mouse “Mickey and Friends” brings one of the most recognizable characters ever into a modern chrome format. Mickey isn’t just popular, he’s timeless. Cards like this pull in a different type of collector, blending nostalgia with a clean, updated design that stands out right away. Topps Chrome adds that polished finish collectors look for, giving the card a strong visual presence without overdoing it. Graded DSG GEM MINT 10, this example shows the level of condition you want on a card that’s built around both nostalgia and display appeal.
9. 2025 Pokemon Destined Rivals Team Rocket’s Mewtwo EX SIR DSG 10 Gem Mint $1200
The 2025 Pokémon Destined Rivals Team Rocket’s Mewtwo EX SIR stands out as one of the defining cards from the set. Mewtwo has always been one of the most collected Pokémon, and the Team Rocket version adds a different level of appeal that sets it apart from standard releases. It sits firmly in the top chase tier, a top-tier hit collectors are hunting. Graded DSG GEM MINT 10, this example delivers top-tier condition on one of the most in-demand cards in the set.
8. 2025 Mosaic Jaxson Dart Micro Mosaic RC DSG 10 Gem Mint $1200
The 2025 Mosaic Jaxson Dart Micro Mosaic Rookie comes off the back of a really strong rookie season. Dart showed flashes right away of confidence, playmaking, and the ability to put up numbers when it mattered. That kind of early production is exactly what drives interest in rookie cards like this. Hitting a case hit of the most promising rookie quarterback is huge. Graded a DSG GEM MINT 10 locks it in. Clean, sharp, and right where you want it.
7. 2023 Disney Lorcana The First Chapter Elsa Enchanted Alt Art DSG 10 Gem Mint $1800
The 2023 Disney Lorcana The First Chapter Elsa Enchanted Alt Art is one of the defining cards from the set. Elsa was the clear standout from day one, and the Enchanted Alt Art version quickly became one of the most sought-after pulls. With its unique artwork and limited pull rate, it sits firmly at the top of the Lorcana chase. As part of the game’s debut release, it also carries that first-set significance, which adds another layer of long-term appeal. Graded DSG GEM MINT 10, this example delivers the condition collectors are looking for on one of the most recognizable Lorcana cards.
6. 1999 Pokemon Base Set 1st Edition Pikachu Red Cheeks DSG 9 Mint $2500
The 1999 Pokémon Base Set 1st Edition Pikachu “Red Cheeks” is one of the most recognizable variations from the original release. Small detail, big impact, the red cheeks version stands out immediately and has become a key variation collectors look for when building out Base Set. Paired with the 1st Edition stamp, it brings together nostalgia and early-print significance in one card. Pikachu has always been at the center of the hobby, and cards like this continue to hold strong demand because of it. Graded DSG MINT 9, this example offers a clean, well-preserved copy of a classic variation from the set that started it all.
5. 1940 Play Ball Ted Williams DSG 6 EX/NM $3600
The 1940 Play Ball Ted Williams is one of the earliest cards of a true baseball legend. Williams was already establishing himself as one of the game’s most complete hitters, and cards from this point in his career carry real historical weight. Early issues like this are tied directly to the foundation of the sport and the hobby. The Play Ball set itself has a classic look that continues to resonate with vintage collectors. Graded DSG EX/NM 6, this example shows strong overall condition for its age, offering a clean piece of one of baseball’s all-time greats.
4. 1993 WOTC MTG Unlimited Mox Sapphire DSG 5 EX $4500
The 1993 Magic: The Gathering Unlimited Mox Sapphire is one of the most important cards in the entire game. As part of the original Power Nine, it represents the earliest era of Magic, where the foundation of the game, and the hobby, was built. Cards like this have remained at the center of collecting since the beginning. Unlimited copies offer a balance between accessibility and history, giving collectors a way to own a true cornerstone piece from the game’s earliest printings. Graded DSG EX 5, this example shows solid overall condition for a card of this age, offering a strong piece of Magic’s history.
3. 2009-10 Topps Stephen Curry RC Auth Auto DSG 9 Mint $5000
The 2009-10 Topps Stephen Curry Rookie stands as a key early card tied to one of the most influential players in modern basketball. This example features an Authentic Autograph, adding a distinct element to a card that already carries long-term importance. Signed rookie cards often hold additional appeal, especially when tied to a player of Curry’s stature. Graded DSG MINT 9, this example delivers strong overall condition on a rookie that continues to anchor modern collections.
2. 2003-04 Topps Chrome Lebron James RC DSG 10 Gem Mint $9000
The 2003-04 LeBron James Topps Chrome Rookie is exactly what you think it is: one of the biggest cards in basketball. LeBron entered the league with unmatched hype and went on to deliver on all of it. Rookie cards like this remain at the center of basketball collecting because of that legacy. LeBron’s impact on the game, combined with the strength of the Topps Chrome brand, keeps this card consistently in demand. It’s one of those pieces that anchors collections. Graded DSG GEM MINT 10, this example represents the highest level of condition on a card that already holds long-term significance.
1. 1990 Topps Frank Thomas RC No Name DSG 9 Mint $22,000
The 1990 Topps Frank Thomas No Name on Front Rookie stands as one of the defining error cards of the modern era. The missing name wasn’t supposed to happen, and that’s exactly why it matters. It turned a regular rookie into one of the most recognizable errors in the hobby. The missing name plate creates a true scarcity piece within a widely produced set, separating it completely from standard copies. Combined with Thomas’ legacy, it becomes a card that continues to carry long-term collector interest. High-grade examples are increasingly difficult to secure. Graded DSG MINT 9, this example delivers strong condition on one of the hobby’s most recognized variations.