1952 Topps Larry Doby #243 PSA 2.5

The 1952 Topps Larry Doby card #243 is a landmark piece of baseball history, capturing the legendary Hall of Famer during his prime years with the Cleveland Indians. As the first Black player to integrate the American League, Doby's presence in the iconic 1952 Topps set represents both a monumental cultural milestone and a cornerstone for vintage baseball card collectors.

This particular card is graded PSA 2.5, offering a well-preserved opportunity to own a highly sought-after card of an American League pioneer from Topps' most famous inaugural giant-sized release.

Card Details

• Year: 1952
• Set: Topps
• Card Number: 243
• Parallel: Base
• Grading Company: PSA
• Grade: 2.5
• Dual Grade: false
• PSA/DNA: false
• Autograph: false

Population Report

• Population at Grade: 17
• Population in Higher Grades: 1000
• Total Graded Population: 1229

Career Highlights

• Inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1998.
• Seven-time Major League Baseball All-Star from 1949 to 1955.
• World Series champion with the Cleveland Indians in 1948.
• Two-time American League home run leader in 1952 and 1954.
• American League RBI leader in 1954.
• Negro World Series champion with the Newark Eagles in 1946.
• Played for the Cleveland Indians, Chicago White Sox, Detroit Tigers, Newark Eagles, and Chunichi Dragons.
• Inducted into the Cleveland Indians Hall of Fame in 1966.