1952 Topps #2 Pete Runnels
1952 Topps #2 Pete Runnels
About Pete Runnels
Born 1928 in Lufkin, TX (d. 1991), Pete Runnels was a left-handed first baseman who debuted in 1951 and played 14 major-league seasons. He batted .291 with 1,854 hits, 49 home runs, 630 RBI, and 37 stolen bases over 1,799 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 | 863 | 2 | 4 | 20 | 59 | 119 | 161 | 491 | 7 |
| SGC | 202 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 19 | 168 | 4 |
SGC by variation: Black Back 95 · Red Back 107
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 Pete Runnels card?
It is card #2 of 407 in the 1952 Topps set - Topps' first flagship issue and the cornerstone of the postwar hobby. It pictures the Washington Senators player, and is his rookie card.
Does the 1952 Topps Pete Runnels 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 Pete Runnels 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.