1959 Topps #455 Larry Doby
About Larry Doby
Larry Doby, born Lawrence Eugene Doby, began his career in the Negro Leagues with the Newark Eagles before signing with the Cleveland Indians and debuting on July 5, 1947 — just eleven weeks after Jackie Robinson, making him the first Black player in American League history. A center fielder, he became a star for Cleveland, helping the club to the 1948 World Series championship and again to the 1954 AL pennant, while earning nine All-Star selections and leading the AL in home runs twice. Doby finished his 13-year career (1947-1959) with 273 home runs and a .283 average, closing out with a brief 1959 season split between the White Sox and Tigers. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame by the Veterans Committee in 1998, and in 1978 became just the second Black manager in major league history, leading the White Sox. His 1959 Topps card (#455) captures him in his final major league season.
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Graded population (PSA & SGC)
| Grader | Total | 10 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 1-4 | Auth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSA | 939 | 1 | 5 | 120 | 307 | 231 | 135 | 139 | 1 |
| SGC | 260 | 0 | 3 | 15 | 41 | 57 | 56 | 87 | 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 Larry Doby card?
It is card #455 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 Detroit Tigers player.
Is the 1959 Topps Larry Doby 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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