1952 Topps #385 Herman Franks
1952 Topps #385 Herman Franks
About Herman Franks
Born 1914 in Price, UT (d. 2009), Herman Franks was a coach and former catcher who debuted in 1939 and played 6 major-league seasons. He batted .199 with 80 hits, 3 home runs, and 43 RBI over 188 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 | 542 | 1 | 4 | 55 | 81 | 72 | 78 | 244 | 7 |
| SGC | 117 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 13 | 9 | 20 | 67 | 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 Herman Franks card?
It is card #385 of 407 in the 1952 Topps set - Topps' first flagship issue and the cornerstone of the postwar hobby. It pictures the New York Giants coach.
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 Herman Franks 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.