1955 Bowman Bob Lemon #134
Bob Lemon · Bowman · Base Card (Hall of Famer)
Player
Bob Lemon
Set
1955 Bowman
Year
1955
Card #
#134
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Authentic Altered / Hand-Cut suspected
Category
Base Card (Hall of Famer)
Manufacturer
Bowman
Demand Level
Moderate
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$10.00 - $20.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $15-20, PSA 3: $30-40, PSA 4: $55-70
Comparable Sales
Recent 1955 Bowman Bob Lemon PSA 3 copies have sold between $35 and $45. Raw copies with centering issues and edge wear similar to this one typically sell for $12-$18 on eBay auctions.
Description
This is a 1955 Bowman Bob Lemon card featuring the iconic 'Color TV' wood grain design. The card showcases the Cleveland Indians Hall of Fame pitcher in a classic black and white horizontal high-action delivery pose, framed by a brown wood-grain border intended to mimic a 1950s television set.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player; final year of the original Bowman issues; unique 'Color TV' wood grain design which is highly recognizable among vintage collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
The card stock appears consistent with 1950s cardboard; however, the irregular cut at the top left and overly white edges for a 70-year-old card raise flags for trimming or a later reprint. High confidence it is vintage stock, but low confidence it would receive a numerical grade due to the edges.
Flaws to Note
Significant 'diamond cut' or miscut on the top left corner; edges appear suspiciously straight/sharp compared to the typical rough-cut of 1955 Bowman stock, suggesting possible trimming or a hand-cut from a strip/sheet; centering is poor with heavy right-side alignment; minor corner wear on bottom right.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card. Collectors of HOFers or set builders often look for 'filler' copies on eBay. Local card shows in Ohio (Cleveland area) might see higher localized interest.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading ($19+) exceeds the likely market value of the card in this condition. Sell as 'Raw/Ungraded' and provide high-resolution photos of the edges. Use keywords: 'Vintage', 'HOF', 'Cleveland Indians', 'Wood Grain'.