Top 5 Most Valuable Baltimore Ravens Football Cards of All Time

The Baltimore Ravens have produced some of the NFL's most iconic players since the franchise began in 1996. Naturally, Ravens fans and football card collectors covet the top rookie cards and autographs of these legendary talents.

While prices fluctuate, these five Ravens football cards have consistently ranked among the most sought-after and valuable of all time. Let's count down the top 5 most valuable Ravens football cards ever printed.

1. 2000 Playoff Contenders Championship Ticket Autograph Ray Lewis

Without question, the top Ravens card of all time is the 2000 Playoff Contenders Championship Ticket Autograph Ray Lewis.

• This card features an on-card autograph from Hall of Fame linebacker Ray Lewis. Lewis was drafted by the Ravens in 1996 and played his entire 17-year career in Baltimore.
• With Lewis leading the defense, the 2000 Ravens team had one of the most dominant defenses in NFL history. Fittingly, this card celebrates the Ravens' Super Bowl XXXV championship season.
• Only 333 copies were produced, and PSA 10 gem mint graded versions have sold for $15,000-$20,000 in recent years. Even low-grade copies exceed $2,000.
• As Lewis' undisputed rookie autograph card and the championship season connection, it doesn't get more iconic for Ravens collectors.

2. 1996 Select Certified Mirror Gold #13 Jonathan Ogden

The Ravens struck gold with the first-ever draft pick in franchise history, selecting offensive tackle Jonathan Ogden fourth overall in 1996. Ogden was recently named to the NFL 100 All-Time Team.

• Ogden's 1996 Select Certified Mirror Gold rookie card is extremely condition sensitive. PSA 10 copies have sold for over $10,000.
• This shiny, reflective card was tougher to preserve in top condition compared to standard cards. PSA 10 pop is very low at just 21 total graded.
• Even PSA 9 copies command over $1,000. Raw/ungraded copies in top condition also carry a high premium.
• The Mirror Gold parallels were seeded 1 per box, so they remain relatively scarce compared to other Ogden rookies.

3. 2008 Exquisite Collection Rookie Patch Autograph Joe Flacco #/31

Much like Ogden before him, the Ravens pinned their Super Bowl hopes on another first-round pick in quarterback Joe Flacco.

• His 2008 Exquisite Collection RPA is Flacco's most valuable rookie card by far. Only 31 copies exist of his on-card autograph and rookie patch card.
• PSA 10s have approached $10,000 in the past, settling around $5,000-$7,000 recently. Even PSA 9s are $2,000+ cards.
• Flacco memorabilia cards remain popular as he helped deliver a championship in 2012. Exquisite is the most luxurious football card brand too.
• While his less rare base rookies are just $20-$50 cards, this RPA carries massive demand from Ravens collectors.

4. 1996 Select CertifiedMirror Gold #5 Ray Lewis

We're heading back to the Ravens' storied inaugural draft class for another Mirror Gold rookie card.

• Of course, Ray Lewis is the subject here. His iconic rookie is another short-printed, condition sensitive parallel of the era.
• Gem mint PSA 10 copies have exceeded $5,000 in sales. Raw NM/M copies also run $1,000+ for this rare Lewis.
• Even with some slight corner and edge flaws, this shiny, scarce Lewis can sell for $500-$1,000 in PSA 9 condition.
• Crisp PSA 10s number only 15 total graded so far. Along with the Ogden, it's arguably the best Ravens rookie card ever printed.

5. 1996 Topps Chrome Refractor #122 Ray Lewis

If the championship ticket autograph is out of range, Ray Lewis collectors can target his iconic 1996 Topps Chrome Refractor rookie card as an alternative.

• As one of the most recognizable football card designs ever, the 1996 Topps Chrome set is extremely popular. The Refractors increase scarcity and value.
• PSA 10 Ray Lewis refractors have topped $3,000 in sales, settling closer to $2,000 today. PSA 9s run $400-$600 as well.
• Raw copies in flawless condition can still sell for $1,000+ due to strong demand.
• With Ray Lewis being a first ballot HOFer and the most iconic player in Ravens history, this refractor remains a premier card for Baltimore fans to pursue.

While many other great Ravens like Ed Reed, Terrell Suggs, and Lamar Jackson have rare cards worth over $1,000, these five undisputed legends of the franchise anchor the top of the mountain when it comes to valuable Ravens football cards.

Ravens collectors are willing to pay huge premiums for PSA 10 graded copies of these cards, as the pop reports indicate gem mint examples are extremely tough to come by, especially for the early Mirror Gold parallels.

If you're lucky enough to own any of these prized cards, now is the time to sell and capitalize on the booming modern football card market. However, for diehard Ravens fans, these cards are nearly priceless keepsakes representing the team's best players and proudest moments.