1956 Topps #255 Bob Lemon
1956 Topps #255 Bob Lemon
About Bob Lemon
Bob Lemon signed with the Cleveland Indians as a 17-year-old in 1938 and reached the majors as an infielder/outfielder, appearing briefly in 1941 and 1942 before World War II service. Encouraged by fellow servicemen who admired his arm, he converted to pitching after the war and became one of the American League's dominant right-handers. Over 15 seasons, all with Cleveland (1941-42, 1946-58), the sinkerball specialist went 207-128 with a 3.23 ERA and 1,277 strikeouts, won 20 games seven times, and earned seven straight All-Star selections (1948-1954). He threw a no-hitter against Detroit on June 30, 1948, then led Cleveland to the World Series title that fall, winning two games with a 1.65 ERA against the Boston Braves. Alongside Bob Feller, Early Wynn, and Mike Garcia, he anchored one of history's great rotations. An outstanding hitter for a pitcher, he clubbed 37 career home runs. He later managed the 1978 Yankees to a championship after taking over mid-season, and was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1976.
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Graded population (PSA & SGC)
| Grader | Total | 10 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 1-4 | Auth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSA | 1,257 | 0 | 23 | 243 | 295 | 288 | 169 | 238 | 1 |
| SGC | 244 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 32 | 32 | 68 | 103 | 3 |
Graded population — a scarcity guide, not a price. Snapshot 2026-06-30. 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 1956 Topps Bob Lemon card?
It is card #255 of 340 in the 1956 Topps set - Topps' first set after buying out rival Bowman, and one of the most attractive issues in the hobby. It pictures the Cleveland Indians player.
Is the 1956 Topps Bob Lemon valuable?
Value depends on grade and (where it applies) the back or front variation. Use the links above to check current T206 Cards inventory and live eBay listings.
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