1956 Topps Baseball Complete Set of (340) Cards with Mickey Mantle #135, Roberto Clemente #33, Jackie Robinson #30, Ted Williams #5 & Signed Andy Pafko #312

Set contains (340) cards, (10) of which have been graded and encapsulated by multiple companies:

PSA

Andy Pafko signed #312 (PSA Authentic)

Jackie Robinson #30 White Back (PSA 4 Miscut)

Roberto Clemente #33 White Back (PSA 4)

Sandy Koufax #79 White Back (PSA 4)

Luis Aparicio #292 (PSA 2)

SGC

Ted Williams #5 White Back (SGC 4.5)

Mickey Mantle #135 Grey Back (SGC 1.5)

Hank Aaron #31 White Back (SGC 2)

Lew Burdette #219 (SGC 4)

Beckett (BVG)

Gil McDougald #225 (BVG 6)

Please see photos for details regarding the condition of the set. Set also includes a Special Baseball Issue of Sports Illustrated, dated April 9, 1956.

The 1956 Topps Baseball set is widely regarded as one of the most iconic and aesthetically pleasing card issues in hobby history. Building on the success of its groundbreaking 1952 release, Topps refined its design in 1956 with a bold, colorful look that still feels vibrant decades later. Each card features a large horizontal player portrait alongside a smaller action shot, creating a dynamic presentation that was innovative for its time. The combination of bright background colors, clean typography, and crisp photography helped define the modern baseball card.

The set contains 340 cards and showcases many of the era’s biggest stars, including Mickey Mantle, Willie Mays, Hank Aaron, Ted Williams, and Sandy Koufax. Mantle’s 1956 Topps card, in particular, is one of the most celebrated postwar baseball cards ever produced and remains a centerpiece of high-end collections. The set also includes numerous Hall of Famers, making it especially appealing to collectors focused on player legacy.

Beyond star power, the 1956 Topps set captures the spirit of mid-1950s baseball, a period often seen as a golden age of the sport. Its design influence can still be seen today, and its enduring popularity reflects both its visual appeal and historical significance within the hobby.

Due to the uniqueness of each item, please refer to the photos provided in this auction. We offer high resolution images of each item rather than a written description of condition.

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