1952 Topps #33 Warren Spahn
1952 Topps #33 Warren Spahn
About Warren Spahn
Born 1921 in Buffalo, NY (d. 2003), Warren Spahn was a left-handed pitcher who debuted in 1942 and played 21 major-league seasons. He went 363-245 with a 3.09 ERA and 2,583 strikeouts across 750 appearances. 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 | 2,239 | 0 | 6 | 74 | 162 | 290 | 402 | 1,291 | 14 |
| SGC | 962 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 11 | 28 | 114 | 765 | 37 |
SGC by variation: Black Back 484 · Red Back 478
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 Warren Spahn card?
It is card #33 of 407 in the 1952 Topps set - Topps' first flagship issue and the cornerstone of the postwar hobby. It pictures the Boston Braves player.
Does the 1952 Topps Warren Spahn 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 Warren Spahn 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.