1954 Wilson Franks Ted Williams PSA NM 7

Sold For:

$36,000

Year:

1954

Auction:

2018 Fall

Lot #:

1104

Category:

Postwar Baseball - 1950s Cards

Graded NM 7 by PSA. Only seven examples graded higher by PSA out of 174 cards evaluated to date! Magnificent high-grade example of Ted Williams, the key card from the very popular Wilson Franks set. The Wilson Franks set is highly prized by collectors as one of the most attractive and desirable of all 1950s regional issues. In an era dominated by bubble-gum card sets featuring hundreds of players, the distinctive and beautifully designed Wilson Franks, with only twenty cards, each featuring a package of hot dogs in the background, stands out. The Ted Williams card from this set is all the more significant, not just as the key star in the set, but as one of the most sought-after of all Ted Williams cards. Crisp and clean, with a well-focused image, four strong corners showing light touches of wear, bright colors, and centering just slightly toward the bottom. Tremendous example of this extremely popular postwar card, which would be an extremely significant addition to any Ted Williams, Wilson Franks, or classic-card collection. Reserve $10,000. Estimate $20,000+.