1951 Bowman #305 Willie Mays Rookie SGC VG 3

Sold For:

$5,658

Year:

1951

Auction:

2025 Fall

Lot #:

1128

Category:

Postwar Baseball Cards (1948-present)

Graded VG 3 by SGC. Mid-grade rookie card example of legendary Hall of Famer Willie Mays, one of the most important of all 1950s cards. In addition to being one of the two key cards of the 1951 Bowman set, Mays is part of the scarce high-number series (#253-324). The card has bright colors, a strong image, and even corner wear. Boldly printed reverse displaying a light wax stain.