1957 Topps Ted Williams #1 SGC 2

The 1957 Topps Ted Williams #1 card is a legendary piece of baseball history, capturing "The Splendid Splinter" during a season in which he captured yet another American League batting title. As the premier card in the 1957 Topps set, this card is highly coveted by collectors for its classic design and historical significance.

This particular card has been graded by SGC, offering collectors a certified piece of baseball heritage featuring one of the greatest hitters to ever play the game.

Card Details

• Year: 1957
• Set: Topps
• Card Number: 1
• Grading Company: SGC
• Grade: 2

Population Report

• Population at Grade: 261
• Population in Higher Grades: 2064
• Total Graded Population: 2860

Career Highlights

• Played for the Boston Red Sox in the American League from 1939-1942 and 1946-1960.
• Played for the San Diego Padres in the Pacific Coast League from 1936-1937.
• Two-time Triple Crown winner in 1942 and 1947.
• Three-time American League Most Valuable Player, winning in 1942, 1946, and 1949.
• Won the American League Batting Title in 1957 and 1958.
• Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1966.
• Honored on the Major League Baseball All-Century Team in 1999.
• Awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1991.