1952 Topps #6 Grady Hatton
1952 Topps #6 Grady Hatton
About Grady Hatton
Born 1922 in Beaumont, TX (d. 2013), Grady Hatton was a left-handed third baseman who debuted in 1946 and played 12 major-league seasons. He batted .254 with 1,068 hits, 91 home runs, 533 RBI, and 42 stolen bases over 1,312 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 | 628 | 0 | 2 | 39 | 69 | 108 | 143 | 264 | 3 |
| SGC | 96 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 23 | 58 | 2 |
SGC by variation: Black Back 43 · Red Back 53
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 Grady Hatton card?
It is card #6 of 407 in the 1952 Topps set - Topps' first flagship issue and the cornerstone of the postwar hobby. It pictures the Cincinnati Reds player.
Does the 1952 Topps Grady Hatton 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 Grady Hatton 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.