1952 Topps #70 Al Zarilla
1952 Topps #70 Al Zarilla
About Al Zarilla
Born 1919 in Los Angeles, CA (d. 1996), Al Zarilla was a left-handed outfielder who debuted in 1943 and played 10 major-league seasons. He batted .276 with 975 hits, 61 home runs, 456 RBI, and 33 stolen bases over 1,120 games.
Variations & how to tell them apart
Black Back / Red Back Series 1 (cards 1-80)
Every card in the first series exists with the back printed in either black or red ink. The black backs are the first printing and are scarcer; red backs (the second printing onward) are more common.
- Black Back — scarcer: First printing. Reverse printed in black ink. Scarcer, and typically carries a small premium over the red back.
- Red Back: Second printing onward. Reverse printed in red ink. The more common of the two.
Graded population (PSA & SGC)
| Grader | Total | 10 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 1-4 | Auth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSA | 766 | 0 | 0 | 29 | 83 | 137 | 193 | 318 | 6 |
| SGC | 97 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 10 | 20 | 61 | 0 |
SGC by variation: Black Back 46 · Red Back 51
Graded population — a scarcity guide, not a price. Snapshot 2026-06-22. Half-grades fold down (8.5→8); totals are summed across each grader's listed variations.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the 1952 Topps Al Zarilla card?
It is card #70 of 407 in the 1952 Topps set - Topps' first flagship issue and the cornerstone of the postwar hobby. It pictures the Chicago White Sox player.
Does the 1952 Topps Al Zarilla have back variations?
Yes. Every card in the first series exists with the back printed in either black or red ink. The black backs are the first printing and are scarcer; red backs (the second printing onward) are more common.
Is the 1952 Topps Al Zarilla valuable?
Value depends on grade and (where it applies) the back variation. Use the links above to check current T206 Cards inventory and live eBay listings.