1955 Topps Hank Aaron #47
Hank Aaron · Topps · Base
Player
Hank Aaron
Set
1955 Topps Base
Year
1955
Card #
47
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) to PSA 4 (VG-EX) due to visible corner rounding, edge chipping, and a tilt in the top border centering.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Strong
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$400 - $700
Graded Value
PSA 2: $300-$400, PSA 3: $500-$700, PSA 4: $900-$1,200
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of 1955 Topps Hank Aaron #47 in PSA 3 range from $500 to $700, while PSA 4 examples have realized between $900 and $1,250 depending on eye appeal and centering.
Description
A classic vintage baseball card featuring Hall of Famer Hank Aaron of the Milwaukee Braves from the iconic 1955 Topps set. The card features a vibrant yellow background with a circular portrait photo of a young Aaron, his facsimile autograph printed across his jersey, the Braves logo in the lower left, and his name printed in red at the top.
Key Features
Early vintage card of all-time great and Hall of Famer Hank Aaron, highly sought-after 1955 Topps design with facsimile autograph, iconic early career representation.
Authenticity Indicators
Card stock appears consistent with 1955 Topps vintage cardboard, printing dot patterns align with vintage lithography, but physical inspection under magnification and blacklight is recommended to rule out modern counterfeits or trimming given the high value. Confidence: Medium.
Flaws to Note
Noticeable corner wear and rounding on all four corners, minor edge chipping along the right border, and slightly uneven top-to-bottom centering tilted towards the top.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Major auction houses such as Heritage Auctions, Goldin Auctions, or eBay for maximum collector reach.
Selling Tips
It is recommended to have the card professionally authenticated and graded by PSA or SGC before sale to maximize buyer confidence and return. Ship securely in a rigid holder within a padded box.