1952 Topps #388 Bob Chipman
1952 Topps #388 Bob Chipman
About Bob Chipman
Born 1918 in Brooklyn, NY (d. 1973), Bob Chipman was a left-handed pitcher who debuted in 1941 and played 12 major-league seasons. He went 51-46 with a 3.72 ERA and 322 strikeouts across 293 appearances.
Variations & how to tell them apart
High Number
Series 6 (311-407). Minimally distributed in the fall of 1952 when retailers cut orders — the scarcest and most coveted run in the set, holding Mantle, Robinson, Campanella, the Mathews rookie and more.
Graded population (PSA & SGC)
| Grader | Total | 10 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 1-4 | Auth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSA | 428 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 28 | 68 | 80 | 233 | 5 |
| SGC | 94 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 17 | 65 | 3 |
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 Bob Chipman card?
It is card #388 of 407 in the 1952 Topps set - Topps' first flagship issue and the cornerstone of the postwar hobby. It pictures the Boston Braves player.
Why is this card scarce?
It is in the 1952 Topps high-number series (311-407), which was minimally distributed in the fall of 1952 and is the scarcest, most sought-after run in the set.
Is the 1952 Topps Bob Chipman 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.