1952 Topps #344 Ewell Blackwell
1952 Topps #344 Ewell Blackwell
About Ewell Blackwell
Born 1922 in Fresno, CA (d. 1996), Ewell Blackwell was a right-handed pitcher who debuted in 1942 and played 10 major-league seasons. He went 82-78 with a 3.30 ERA and 839 strikeouts across 236 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 | 515 | 0 | 5 | 36 | 46 | 90 | 96 | 239 | 3 |
| SGC | 111 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 20 | 71 | 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 Ewell Blackwell card?
It is card #344 of 407 in the 1952 Topps set - Topps' first flagship issue and the cornerstone of the postwar hobby. It pictures the Cincinnati Reds 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 Ewell Blackwell 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.