Sports Photo Market Value
Current market data for 142,902 sports photo listings.
What you'll usually pay
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👉 In short easy summary
Value is heavily driven by authentication, with Fanatics Authentic seeing a 172% increase over the median. Unauthenticated items offer the lowest entry point at a median of 25.54.
💚 Best value for your money
Price by team
Why? Pricing varies by franchise popularity, ranging from Edmonton Oilers at 25.49 to Pittsburgh Penguins at 39.97.
Price by autograph authentication
Why? Certification significantly impacts value, with Fanatics Authentic at 89.5 compared to Not Authenticated at 25.54.
Price by player
Why? Demand for specific athletes creates wide gaps, from Wayne Gretzky at 30 to Steve Yzerman at 93.26.
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Common questions
What is the price difference between new and used photos?
New photos have a median price of 50, while used photos have a median of 22.99.
Which authentication service commands the highest median price?
Fanatics Authentic has the highest median price at 89.5.
How does the price of Wayne Gretzky photos compare to the market median?
Wayne Gretzky photos have a median of 30, which is 9% below the market median of 32.92.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $10–$151, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked August 10, 2026.