1955 Topps Whitey Ford #42
Whitey Ford · Topps · Base
Player
Whitey Ford
Set
1955 Topps Baseball
Year
1955
Card #
42
Condition Grade
PSA 4 (Very Good) to PSA 5 (Excellent). Centering appears relatively decent, though slightly heavy on the right border. Corners show moderate rounding, and edges show minor chipping typical of a vintage mid-grade card. Surface appears clean with vibrant colors and clear imagery.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Strong
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$100 - $250
Graded Value
PSA 3: $80-120, PSA 4: $150-200, PSA 5: $250-350
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of 1955 Topps Whitey Ford #42 in PSA 4 condition generally range between $150 and $200, while PSA 5 examples fetch roughly $250 to $350 depending on eye appeal and centering.
Description
Up for consideration is a classic 1955 Topps baseball card featuring Hall of Fame New York Yankees pitcher Whitey Ford, card #42. The card features a vibrant action portrait of Ford in his iconic Yankees pinstripes against a simulated woodgrain border background. The player's name and team appear in clean white lettering in the lower right corner. A quintessential vintage piece for any serious Yankees or Hall of Fame collection.
Key Features
Hall of Fame pitcher, iconic 1955 Topps woodgrain design, vintage New York Yankees star card from a highly collectible 1950s set.
Authenticity Indicators
Check for correct vintage cardboard stock thickness, appropriate gloss vs matte finish on the 1955 Topps set, and correct font types. High confidence in general vintage authenticity, though professional authentication is recommended due to the high frequency of vintage counterfeits.
Flaws to Note
Moderate corner wear and rounding, minor edge chipping, slightly right-shifted centering on the front border.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay or major auction houses such as Heritage Auctions or Goldin for maximum return if graded.
Selling Tips
Consider having the card professionally graded by PSA or SGC before selling to maximize buyer confidence and return. Use clear high-resolution scans out of the top loader, and ship securely in a bubble mailer with rigid cardboard protection.