1954 Topps #229 Bob Talbot
About Bob Talbot
Robert Dale Talbot (June 6, 1928 - October 31, 2017) was a right-handed-hitting, right-handed-throwing outfielder from Visalia, California, who reached the majors with the Chicago Cubs after coming up through their Pacific Coast League affiliate, the Los Angeles Angels. A hometown product who played for the Visalia Cubs in 1946 and 1947, he debuted on September 16, 1953 - the same September that future Hall of Famer Ernie Banks broke in with Chicago - and spent two seasons (1953-1954) in the big leagues, primarily in center field. Over 122 games he batted .247 with 107 hits, 1 home run, 19 RBI, and 4 stolen bases before injuries derailed his career and returned him to the minors. This 1954 Topps card (#229) is his rookie card and captures him during his brief Cubs tenure. Talbot was later honored as a member of the inaugural California League Hall of Fame class in 2016, a year before his death in his native Visalia at age 89.
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Graded population (PSA & SGC)
| Grader | Total | 10 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 1-4 | Auth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSA | 499 | 0 | 18 | 105 | 138 | 132 | 59 | 46 | 1 |
| SGC | 50 | 0 | 4 | 12 | 11 | 4 | 9 | 10 | 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 Bob Talbot card?
It is card #229 of 250 in the 1954 Topps set, issued at the peak of the Topps-Bowman 'Card Wars'. It pictures the Chicago Cubs player, and is his rookie card.
Is the 1954 Topps Bob Talbot valuable?
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