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Description
Topps issued this set in 1953, the front feature an artist rendering of the player with the team logo. Backs are numbered and have the player’s bio and stats. For the first time backs have a trivia question. Cards #221-280 are high numbers and scarce with the short prints even scarcer. Because of the competition with Bowman the 1953 Topps baseball card set is missing 6 cards. The original players slated for those cards signed exclusive contracts with Bowman. The set consists of 274 baseball cards numbered 1-280. Cards not issued are: 253, 261, 267, 268, 271 and 275. This set is known for it’s beautiful artwork and is highly sought after by collectors, especially in high grade.
Important Notes
Condition sensitive due to the lower right borders
SET INFO
Manufacturer: Topps
Year of Issue: 1953
Set Size: 280 Cards
Card Size: 2-5/8” x 3-3/4”
SERIES
Series I: 1-85
Series II: 86-165
Series III: 266-220
Series IV: 221-280 (Scarce)
Price Guide *
VG – $3,000
EX – $5,500
NM – $10,000
* For Complete Set
Errors & Variations
Nothing significant.
Key ROOKIES
258 – Jim Gilliam
263 – Johnny Podres
KEY STARS
1 - Jackie Robinson
27 – Roy Campanella
37 – Ed Mathews
82 – Mickey Mantle
104 – Yogi Berra
114 – Phil Rizzuto
207 – Whitey Ford
220 – Satchel Paige
244 – Willie Mays