1959 Topps #292 Dick Williams
1959 Topps #292 Dick Williams
About Dick Williams
Dick Williams was a utility infielder/outfielder for 13 major league seasons (1951-1964), including a stint with the Kansas City Athletics in 1959-1960, finishing his playing career with 768 hits, 70 home runs, and a .260 average across five teams. His far greater impact came as a manager: he took over the Boston Red Sox in 1967 and drove the "Impossible Dream" pennant, then led the Oakland Athletics to back-to-back World Series titles in 1972 and 1973, and later guided the San Diego Padres to the 1984 World Series. Williams earned a reputation as one of the game's sharpest and toughest managers, known for turning losing franchises into winners. He was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame by the Veterans Committee in December 2007 and inducted in July 2008, choosing to wear an Oakland A's cap on his plaque. His 1959 Topps card captures him as a player in his early Kansas City years, well before his Hall of Fame managing career began.
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Graded population (PSA & SGC)
| Grader | Total | 10 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 1-4 | Auth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSA | 438 | 1 | 11 | 156 | 148 | 56 | 40 | 26 | 0 |
| SGC | 47 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 15 | 10 | 7 | 5 | 1 |
Graded population — a scarcity guide, not a price. Snapshot 2026-07-05. 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 1959 Topps Dick Williams card?
It is card #292 of 572 in the 1959 Topps Baseball set - Topps' largest set to that point, issued across seven series with a circular color photo on every front. It pictures the Kansas City Athletics player.
Is the 1959 Topps Dick Williams valuable?
Value depends on grade, the series (the high numbers run scarcer), and any variation. Use the links above to check current T206 Cards inventory and live eBay listings.
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