1952 Topps #290 Joe Astroth
1952 Topps #290 Joe Astroth
About Joe Astroth
Born 1922 in East Alton, IL (d. 2013), Joe Astroth was a right-handed catcher who debuted in 1945 and played 10 major-league seasons. He batted .254 with 401 hits, 13 home runs, and 156 RBI over 544 games.
Variations & how to tell them apart
Short Print
Cards 281-300 were single-printed relative to the rest of series 5 — EXCEPT #289 Holmes, #295 Cavarretta and #296 Rolfe. 17 SP cards in all.
Graded population (PSA & SGC)
| Grader | Total | 10 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 1-4 | Auth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSA | 474 | 0 | 5 | 37 | 60 | 110 | 95 | 161 | 6 |
| SGC | 79 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 8 | 16 | 41 | 4 |
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 Joe Astroth card?
It is card #290 of 407 in the 1952 Topps set - Topps' first flagship issue and the cornerstone of the postwar hobby. It pictures the Philadelphia Athletics player.
Is the 1952 Topps Joe Astroth 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.