1952 Topps #359 Dee Fondy
1952 Topps #359 Dee Fondy
About Dee Fondy
Born 1924 in Slaton, TX (d. 1999), Dee Fondy was a left-handed first baseman who debuted in 1951 and played 8 major-league seasons. He batted .286 with 1,000 hits, 69 home runs, 373 RBI, and 84 stolen bases over 967 games.
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 | 469 | 0 | 1 | 31 | 55 | 79 | 72 | 228 | 3 |
| SGC | 99 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 23 | 60 | 7 |
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 Dee Fondy card?
It is card #359 of 407 in the 1952 Topps set - Topps' first flagship issue and the cornerstone of the postwar hobby. It pictures the Chicago Cubs player, and is his rookie card.
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 Dee Fondy 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.