1952 Topps #26 Monte Irvin
1952 Topps #26 Monte Irvin
About Monte Irvin
Born 1919 in Haleburg, AL (d. 2016), Monte Irvin was a right-handed outfielder who debuted in 1949 and played 8 major-league seasons. He batted .293 with 731 hits, 99 home runs, 443 RBI, and 28 stolen bases over 764 games. He was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame.
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 | 1,410 | 0 | 5 | 72 | 124 | 262 | 291 | 646 | 10 |
| SGC | 542 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 22 | 71 | 419 | 17 |
SGC by variation: Black Back 284 · Red Back 258
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 Monte Irvin card?
It is card #26 of 407 in the 1952 Topps set - Topps' first flagship issue and the cornerstone of the postwar hobby. It pictures the New York Giants player.
Does the 1952 Topps Monte Irvin 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 Monte Irvin 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.