1971 Topps Nolan Ryan #513 SGC 5.5

The 1971 Topps Nolan Ryan card is a legendary vintage issue capturing "The Ryan Express" during his formative years with the New York Mets. Known for its notoriously condition-sensitive black borders, the 1971 Topps set is one of the most challenging and celebrated runs in baseball card history.

This particular card is graded SGC 5.5, offering a well-preserved look at one of the game's most dominant pitchers before he embarked on his historic run of no-hitters and strikeout records.

Card Details

• Year: 1971
• Set: Topps
• Card Number: 513
• Grading Company: SGC
• Grade: 5.5

Population Report

• Population at Grade: 263
• Population in Higher Grades: 1032
• Total Graded Population: 3946

Career Highlights

• Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1999.
• Eight-time MLB All-Star selection.
• World Series champion with the New York Mets in 1969.
• Holds the Major League Baseball record for most career strikeouts.
• Threw a record seven no-hitters during his major league career.
• Played for the New York Mets, California Angels, Houston Astros, and Texas Rangers.