1953 Topps #24 Ferris Fain
1953 Topps #24 Ferris Fain
About Ferris Fain
A left-handed-hitting first baseman, Ferris Fain (1921-2001) signed with the Pacific Coast League's San Francisco Seals in 1939 under manager Lefty O'Doul, served in the Army Air Force during World War II (1943-45), and reached the majors with Connie Mack's Philadelphia Athletics in 1947. Over nine seasons (1947-1955) he played for the A's, Chicago White Sox, Detroit Tigers and Cleveland Indians, and became the American League's premier hitter of the early 1950s. Fain won back-to-back AL batting titles in 1951 (.344) and 1952 (.327) and was named an All-Star five straight years (1950-1954). A superb glove man, he set a record with 194 double plays in 1949 and repeatedly led the league in assists. He finished with a .290 average, 48 home runs, 570 RBI and a .424 on-base percentage, still among the highest in history. Nicknamed "Burrhead" for his short, kinky hair, the fiery Fain saw his career cut short by chronic knee injuries.
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Graded population (PSA & SGC)
| Grader | Total | 10 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 1-4 | Auth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSA | 505 | 0 | 5 | 58 | 99 | 154 | 100 | 89 | 0 |
| SGC | 63 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 10 | 7 | 18 | 21 | 1 |
Graded population — a scarcity guide, not a price. Snapshot 2026-06-26. Half-grades fold down (8.5→8). PSA counts are straight-graded.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the 1953 Topps Ferris Fain card?
It is card #24 of the 1953 Topps Baseball set - one of the most beautiful sets ever made, with hand-painted color portraits numbered to 280 (274 cards issued). It pictures the Philadelphia Athletics player.
Is the 1953 Topps Ferris Fain valuable?
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