1956 Topps #241 Don Mueller
1956 Topps #241 Don Mueller
About Don Mueller
Don Mueller (1927-2011) was a left-handed-hitting right fielder whose bat control made him one of the 1950s' toughest outs. Son of former Pirates outfielder Walter Mueller, he signed with the Giants organization at 17 and debuted August 2, 1948, spending most of his 12-year career with the New York Giants (1948-1957) before finishing with the Chicago White Sox (1958-1959). Sportswriters dubbed him "Mandrake the Magician," after Lee Falk's comic-strip conjurer, for his knack of stroking hits through holes in the infield. In the 1954 championship season he peaked, leading the National League with 212 hits, finishing runner-up to teammate Willie Mays in the batting race at .342, hitting for the cycle, and batting .389 as the Giants swept Cleveland in the World Series. A two-time All-Star (1954-1955), he rarely struck out. He retired with a .296 average, 1,292 hits, 65 home runs, and 520 RBI. This #241 card is noted for a back-stock printing error listing his height as "6 inch."
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Variations & how to tell them apart
Height error error
Don Mueller's height is listed as "6 inch" on the back (should be feet).
Graded population (PSA & SGC)
| Grader | Total | 10 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 1-4 | Auth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSA | 590 | 0 | 10 | 144 | 172 | 134 | 72 | 57 | 1 |
| SGC | 45 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 18 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 0 |
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 Don Mueller card?
It is card #241 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 New York Giants player.
Is the 1956 Topps Don Mueller 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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