On Display: 1959 Topps Hank Aaron PSA 9 MINT
Issued: 1959 by Topps Chewing Gum, Inc.
Card Number: #380
Population: Fewer than 30 in PSA 9; Only 1 Higher
Career Highlights: 755 Home Runs | All-Time RBI Leader | 25x All-Star | Hall of Fame Inductee, 1982
“If we had a couple more Henry Aaron’s, we’d be all set.” — Charlie Grimm, Milwaukee Braves manager
This exceptional 1959 Topps Hank Aaron card, graded PSA 9 MINT, ranks among the most pristine examples of its kind. Out of more than 6,000 cards authenticated by PSA, fewer than 0.5% have achieved this elite grade, with only a single PSA 10 surpassing it. This card not only exemplifies near-perfect preservation—it also pays tribute to one of the most revered figures in the history of American sports.
Known affectionately as “Hammerin’ Hank,” Henry Aaron carved out a legendary career defined by both consistency and quiet dominance. In April 1974, he passed Babe Ruth’s iconic home run mark by hitting his 715th career home run, becoming baseball’s new home run king. Though his total of 755 has since been eclipsed under controversial circumstances, Aaron still holds Major League Baseball’s all-time records for RBIs (2,297) and total bases (6,856)—feats unlikely to be surpassed.
Aaron was more than just a slugger. He compiled 3,771 career hits, appeared in a record 25 All-Star Games, and earned three Gold Gloves for his defensive prowess. A model of grace under pressure, he endured immense racism during his pursuit of Ruth’s record, becoming a civil rights icon as well as a baseball legend.
This 1959 Topps issue—noted for its bright design and circular portrait layout—captures Aaron in his prime, just as he was solidifying his status as one of the game’s all-time greats. The card’s vivid yellow background, crystal-clear image, razor-sharp corners, and flawless centering elevate it to museum-quality condition. At over six decades old, it retains its original brilliance and remains untouched by time or handling.