1956 Topps Ernie Banks #15 White Back PSA 1

The 1956 Topps Ernie Banks #15 White Back card captures "Mr. Cub" during the early prime of his legendary career. Following his breakout 1955 campaign, this classic card features the vibrant dual-portrait design that defines the beloved 1956 Topps set, complete with the distinct White Back parallel variation.

As one of the most iconic figures in baseball history, Ernie Banks remains a cornerstone for vintage collectors. This graded example offers a tangible piece of Chicago Cubs history from a golden era of the sport.

Card Details

• Year: 1956
• Set: Topps
• Card Number: 15
• Parallel: White Back
• Grading Company: PSA
• Grade: 1

Population Report

• Population at Grade: 104
• Population in Higher Grades: 3925
• Total Graded Population: 4068

Career Highlights

• Played for the Dallas Black Giants in 1949.
• Played for the Amarillo Colts in 1950.
• Played for the Kansas City Monarchs of the Negro leagues in 1950.
• Played for the Harlem Globetrotters from 1951 to 1953.
• Played for the Chicago Cubs in the National League from 1953 to 1971.
• Selected as an All-Star in 14 different seasons between 1955 and 1969.
• Won back-to-back National League MVP awards in 1958 and 1959.
• Led the National League in home runs in 1958 and 1960.
• Won a Gold Glove Award in 1960.
• Joined the elite 500 home run club in 1970.
• Inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1977.
• Named to the Major League Baseball All-Century Team in 1999.
• Awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2013.