1954 Topps #195 Bill Consolo
1954 Topps #195 Bill Consolo
About Bill Consolo
A celebrated "bonus baby," Bill (Billy) Consolo signed with the Boston Red Sox on February 2, 1953, the day he graduated from Los Angeles' Dorsey High School, for a bonus of roughly $60,000. Under the era's bonus rule he had to stay on the big-league roster, jumping straight from high school to the majors at 18, a mandate widely blamed for stunting his development. An infielder who saw time at shortstop, second, and third, Consolo played 10 major-league seasons (1953-1962) for six clubs, including the Red Sox, Washington Senators, and Minnesota Twins. He batted .221 with 260 hits, 9 home runs, and 83 RBI over 603 games, his best year coming in 1957 when he hit .270 in 68 games for Boston. A lifelong friend of Sparky Anderson from the L.A. sandlots, Consolo later served as Anderson's Detroit Tigers coach from 1979-1992 (and 1995), part of the 1984 World Series champions. This 1954 Topps card is his rookie card.
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Graded population (PSA & SGC)
| Grader | Total | 10 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 1-4 | Auth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSA | 455 | 0 | 8 | 86 | 126 | 117 | 70 | 47 | 1 |
| SGC | 57 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 13 | 9 | 11 | 19 | 0 |
Graded population — a scarcity guide, not a price. Snapshot 2026-06-26. 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 1954 Topps Bill Consolo card?
It is card #195 of 250 in the 1954 Topps set, issued at the peak of the Topps-Bowman 'Card Wars'. It pictures the Boston Red Sox player, and is his rookie card.
Is the 1954 Topps Bill Consolo 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.
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