Conor McGregor is one of the most well-known and successful UFC fighters around. “The Notorious” is his nickname, and it’s not hard to see why. This Irish mixed-martial artist is famous for his aggressive attitude, distinctive moves, and colorful trash-talking. He’s been part of popularizing battles in the octagon for years and has held the UFC championship title in multiple MMA divisions at the same time (featherweight and lightweight). As of 2023, he’s won more than three times the number of fights he’s lost and most of his victories were knockouts. It’s no wonder his trading cards are among the most valuable in the sport.
This guide will tell you all you need to know about the most high-value Conor McGregor trading cards featuring this Irish force of nature. We’ll review the different types available as well as the most expensive copies ever sold, many of which have changed hands in just the last year. If you’re an MMA collector who wants to get high-value cards or just a fan of Conor McGregor, you’ll find out more about collectibles that honor a UFC fighter who has captured the imagination of fans all around the world.
Types of Conor McGregor UFC Cards
Conor McGregor has been featured on numerous UFC cards, including base cards, autographed cards, relic cards, and parallel cards.
Base cards are the most common type of card and usually feature a photo of the fighter on the front, along with some stats on the back. Autographed cards will feature McGregor's signature, which can increase their value significantly if they are authenticated properly. Relic or Artifact cards actually feature a piece of clothing or equipment used by the fighter in a bout, with more famous fights driving a higher value for those cards.
Lastly, Parallel cards have unique designs and colors that make them stand out from regular cards, and they are often printed in smaller quantities to drive up their value. UFC has exploited this strategy much earlier in the sport’s history than other leagues, with single or super short print run cards dotting our list. They can be hard to acquire, which is why those rare cards take up an outsized portion of our entries.
Regardless of its rarity, the condition of the card is also important, as cards that are in excellent condition are worth more than those with significant wear and tear. The value of the cards also depends on grading, much like other sports cards. While not all UFC cards are graded before sale these days, it’s recommended. If you need to know which grading service to use, we offer some tips in this article.
The good news is that McGregor's popularity has had a significant impact on card prices, as cards released leading up to or after significant MMA events like championship fights or high-profile matchups have quickly become valuable and should appreciate over time as McGregor continues to be one of the dominant figures in the sport.
The 10 Most Valuable Conor McGregor UFC Cards
10. 2022 Panini Prizm UFC Gold Prizms Conor McGregor #39 /10—$8,400
The Panini Prizm series starts off our list with this action shot card of Conor McGregor delivering a pounding blow. Panini has kept this card series low in population and that scarcity means many of them are increasing in value quickly. This Gold version 2022 Panini Prizm UFC Gold Prizms Conor McGregor #39 /10 is just one of 10 and with a PSA 10 grade of Gem Mint, it’s not surprising that this card fetched $8,400 in June 2022.
9. 2021 Immaculate UFC Conor McGregor #93 Platinum 1/1—$8,700
The first single-card entry on our list is this 2021 Immaculate UFC Conor McGregor #93 Platinum 1/1 card that we could only find in a limited image. Whoever bought it, they certainly are not sharing it all over the Internet despite its high value. But we do know this card was sold for $8,700 in March 2022 on Ebay. While the card features a stance shot of McGregor, anyone who has seen the man fight knows he’s coiled up to strike.
8. 2017 Topps Chrome UFC Museum Collection Conor McGregor Autograph 4/5—$9,999
With only 5 of this 2017 Topps Chrome UFC Museum Collection Conor McGregor Autograph 4/5 card out there, a signed copy that is ungraded can still sell for a lot. This copy sold on Ebay in January 2023 for just shy of $10,000. While this is an unusually calm shot of The Notorious Conor McGregor on a card from the simple design of the Museum Collection, having his bold signature in blue across the middle of the card makes a big difference in value.
7. 2021 Panini Select UFC Black Prizm Conor McGregor #199 1/1—$11,500
Panini’s Prizm series of 1 of 1 cards featuring McGregor are mostly landscape orientated and feature Conor McGregor with another fighter taking heat from the Irish star. The look on the face of his competitor is priceless, especially coupled with McGregor’s lunging shot across the card. In January 2022, the 2021 Panini Select UFC Black Prizm Conor McGregor #199 card sold as a BGS 9.5 Gem Mint graded collectible, with exceptional sub-grades, which no doubt helped increase the value to that level. It’s a blisteringly cool card in exceptional shape.
6. 2013 Topps UFC Bloodlines Conor McGregor Rookie Fighter Autograph #CM—$11,685
PSA 10 copies of Conor McGregor's Topps UFC Bloodlines Autograph series are valuable and not easy to find. While you could get cards from this series with McGregor’s proud signature for just a few hundred dollars a while back, this PSA 10 copy sold in August 2021 for over $11,000. Many have sold in the same price range since then but, as you’ll see further up the list, the parallel of this card can fetch an even prettier penny in this kind of exceptional condition.
5. 2017 Topps Chrome UFC Conor McGregor Fighter Autographs /10 Black Autograph #FACM— $12,999
While this triumphant shot of McGregor from 2017’s Topps Chrome Fighter Autograph’s series doesn’t show this gladiator in his usual furious action, it does capture a rare smile on cardboard for McGregor and that probably helped boost its value, too. Graded BGA Gem Mint 9.5, with near perfect sub-grades, the focus of this set of 10 is clearly on the signature, which is given a larger surface area than most cards, even if it means cutting off McGregor’s mitts at the top. This beauty took in $12,999 in January 2023, showing that the value of McGregor’s UFC card remains on the rise.
4. 2013 Topps UFC Bloodlines Red Conor McGregor #139 3/8 — $13,669
UFC fans may find it hard to believe that Conor McGregor made his debut a decade ago. Thus, this set of 2013 Conor McGregor cards are much like his rookie year in other sports and that helps drive up their value as a result. This Topps UFC Bloodline Red card set was numbered to 8 copies, and this BGS grade 9.5 Gem Mint copy with all 9+ sub-grades was sold in November 2021 for $13,669, just two weeks after the same copy was sold by another seller for $1,000 less.
3. 2021 Select UFC Prizms Black Conor McGregor 1/1 Ungraded — $22,212
Number 3 on our list of the most valuable Conor McGregor cards is a 1 of 1 Select Prizm Black card that was sold in December 2021 for $22,212. The card was not graded when it was sold, but being a single card, it commanded a huge payout. McGregor's rare and coveted cards have driven the value of UFC cards higher, thanks to his exceptional skills in the octagon and the highly vocal fanbase he’s developed over time.
2. 2021 Panini Prizm UFC Gold Prizms Conor McGregor #30 /10 —$31,800
The Panini Prizm collection of UFC cards produces many of the most popular MMA collectibles today and this Conor McGregor card is no exception. McGregor’s stance is easy for fans to identify - this image depicts him in mid-warm-up, swinging his arms with powerful abandon. This 2021 PSA 10 Gem Mint card was sold by PWCC in March 2022 for $31,800, after the same card sold about six months before for $5,000 less. Many parallels of this card exist, and fans can find more affordable versions on the open market.
1. 2017 Topps UFC Chrome Superfractor Conor McGregor #97 1/1— $73,800
While many would expect McGregor’s rookie year cards to go for the highest amount, it’s not surprising that this stellar 2017 card with a full body shot of McGregor’s torso ink on full display would actually take the top spot on our list. It doesn’t hurt that this is a 1/1 single card population and that card prices spiked during the COVID-19 pandemic. Nonetheless, this PSA 10 Gem Mint is among the most valuable UFC cards in the world right now.
The Conor McGregor Legacy Continues
For UFC fans, having a valuable Conor McGregor trading card or two is pretty much a requirement for their collection. Few other MMA fighters can match his ferocity as well as his huge personality on the mat. He’s done a lot to get more fans into the sport and Pay-Per-View events featuring him have regularly been best-sellers. As one of the UFC greats from this last decade, cards celebrating his skill and many triumphs will likely appreciate in value over time, especially after he eventually retires. While we have yet to see UFC cards rise up to the expense of baseball cards, as the sport continues to grow in popularity, we can expect the value to rise up and those who bought cards early will surely be well-rewarded. If you are looking for a Conor McGregor trading card to add to your collection, check out the Cardbase database for current offers and historic prices.
