1952 Topps #398 Hal Rice
1952 Topps #398 Hal Rice
About Hal Rice
Born 1924 in Morganette, WV (d. 1997), Hal Rice was a left-handed outfielder who debuted in 1948 and played 7 major-league seasons. He batted .260 with 307 hits, 19 home runs, and 162 RBI over 424 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 | 415 | 0 | 1 | 16 | 50 | 71 | 77 | 196 | 4 |
| SGC | 88 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 16 | 59 | 5 |
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 Hal Rice card?
It is card #398 of 407 in the 1952 Topps set - Topps' first flagship issue and the cornerstone of the postwar hobby. It pictures the St. Louis Cardinals 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 Hal Rice 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.