(LOT 49)
1954 Topps #1 Ted Williams PSA 8 NM-MT
PACK-FRESH WILLIAMS #1!!!... Presented is a PSA 8 NM-MT 1954 Topps #1 Williams subject that has only been bested by 12 examples, an incredible achievement considering the first card is often subjected to damage including rubber band marks, edge wear, fading, soiling or any simple surface defects as a result of the card sitting atop the pile. Ted Williams' dream of becoming baseball's greatest all-time hitter truly became a reality since most baseball experts label The Thumper as the finest batter who ever graced a baseball diamond. Both of The Kid's classic images include Williams holding his bat, set against a vibrant orange and well-centered background. Pack-fresh features include square corners with miniscule wear, vivid resolution, and pack-fresh surfaces.

When Teddy Ballgame returned from military service for the 1954 campaign and after a collarbone break delayed his start, he wasted little time regaining his superior form, pacing the American League in OPS with his spectacular 1.148 figure while also posting a .345 batting average. Despite leading the AL in batting, he fell 14 at-bats short of the required number and lost out to Cleveland's Bobby Avila's .341 average. Teddy Ballgame still captured the hearts of Beantown fans with his unparalleled hitting!

MIN BID $2,500
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