Description

1954 Topps, card number 1, Ted Williams graded SGC 1 (Poor). Card has creases - please see photos for condition. In 1954, Ted Williams was chosen to "bookend" the set for Topps. This classic set is filled with Hall of Fame rookies and a great selection of star cards, despite the absence of Mickey Mantle and Stan Musial. But these two Williams cards stand out. The #250 card was long believed to be the tougher of the two, but that theory has changed since the advent of Population Reports for graded cards. These cards measure approximately 2 5/8" by 3 ¾". Both cards are commonly found off-center with some degree of chipping along the green reverse. The presence of chipping, as long as it is not severe, will not detract from the overall grade of the card. Since the #250 card has a bright yellow background, be wary of print defects that may hinder the eye-appeal