1952 Topps #29 Ted Kluszewski
1952 Topps #29 Ted Kluszewski
About Ted Kluszewski
Born 1924 in Argo, IL (d. 1988), Ted Kluszewski was a left-handed first baseman who debuted in 1947 and played 15 major-league seasons. He batted .298 with 1,766 hits, 279 home runs, and 1,028 RBI over 1,718 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 | 1,118 | 0 | 2 | 45 | 83 | 174 | 238 | 572 | 4 |
| SGC | 320 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 16 | 60 | 227 | 7 |
SGC by variation: Black Back 184 · Red Back 136
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 Ted Kluszewski card?
It is card #29 of 407 in the 1952 Topps set - Topps' first flagship issue and the cornerstone of the postwar hobby. It pictures the Cincinnati Reds player.
Does the 1952 Topps Ted Kluszewski 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 Ted Kluszewski 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.