1950 Bowman Baseball Cards
By Ryan Cracknell
1950 Bowman Baseball might not have the major rookie cards, but it’s certainly a thing of beauty to behold. And considering its age, one of the more affordable major sets of the era.
1950-1959 Baseball Cards
Other decades may have produced more valuable cards, but 1950s baseball cards are arguably the most iconic and sought-after vintage cards in the entire hobby. At times, they seemed more like art than simply sports cards. Vivid colors and beautiful images filled checklists with names that now populate Cooperstown. As the country moved on after World War II, this would become the Renaissance period for baseball cards. A dominant figure throughout much of baseball card history, Topps released their first baseball product in 1951 and would not look back. While the later years of the 1950s and beyond were owned by Topps, they got a serious fight from Bowman in the early 1950s.
Although there are many great options from this decade, 1951 Bowman, 1952 Topps, and 1954 Topps have separated themselves from the pack. Top rookie card offering from this decade include Hank Aaron, Mickey Mantle, Roger Maris, Ernie Banks, Sandy Koufax, Roberto Clemente, Eddie Matthews, and Bob Gibson.
Featured 1950s Baseball Cards Guides
- Top 1950s Baseball Rookie Cards
- Top 1952 Baseball Cards To Collect
- Top 1953 Baseball Cards to Collect
- Top 1954 Baseball Cards to Collect
- Top 1955 Baseball Cards to Collect
- Top 1956 Baseball Cards to Collect
- Top 1957 Baseball Cards to Collect
- Top 1958 Baseball Cards to Collect
- Top 1959 Baseball Cards to Collect
1950s Baseball Card Sets
Explore our expertly curated database of 1950s Baseball Card Sets, which includes expert buying guides, set checklists, product analysis and more. Also, find top deals on 1950s baseball cards currently for sale, including the key 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958 and 1959 baseball sets.
1951 Berk Ross Baseball Cards
By Rob Bertrand
Featuring a wide variety of athletes, 1951 Berk Ross is still mostly known for the many baseball subjects. Joe DiMaggio, Stan Musial and Whitey Ford are the key options. It is also the place to find the first card for basketball star Bob Cousy.
1951 Bowman Baseball Cards
By The Cardboard Connection
Led by rookie cards for Mickey Mantle and Willie Mays, 1951 Bowman Baseball is a set for the ages. The attractive release is considered by many to be one of the most important post-war sets of all-time.
1951 Topps Blue Backs Baseball Cards
By Trey Treutel
Part of the birthplace of Topps Baseball, 1951 Topps Blue Backs are the more valuable half of the ’51 card game. Top cards include Hall of Fame players Richie Ashburn and Johnny Mize.
1951 Topps Connie Mack’s All-Stars Baseball Cards
By Trey Treutel
One of the first baseball sets from Topps, the 1951 Topps Connie Mack’s All-Stars Baseball checklist may be small, but it is loaded with all-time greats. The die-cut set includes cards for Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig.
1951 Topps Red Backs Baseball Cards
By Trey Treutel
A modest starting point for the Topps Baseball legacy, 1951 Topps Red Backs Baseball is a historic set in card collecting. Key cards include Yogi Berra, Duke Snider and Phil Rizzuto.
1952 Berk Ross Baseball Cards
By Trey Treutel
1952 Berk Ross Baseball marked the second straight year of a 72-card checklist from the short-lived card company. Mickey Mantle, Willie Mays, Joe DiMaggio, Jackie Robinson and Ted Williams are among the set’s standouts.
1952 Bowman Baseball Cards
By Trey Treutel
It may not carry the popularity of the other 1952 release, but collectors should not sleep on 1952 Bowman Baseball. The colorful set is led by second-year cards for Mickey Mantle and Willie Mays.
1952 Topps Baseball Cards
By The Cardboard Connection
It’s no exaggeration to say that 1952 Topps Baseball is a landmark baseball card set. The first major baseball card product from Topps, it includes the iconic ’52 Mickey Mantle card.
1953 Bowman Baseball Cards – Color and Black & White Series
By Rob Bertrand
Regarded by many as one of the most attractive sets of all-time, 1953 Bowman Baseball includes a strong checklist of all-time greats in color. There is also a black-and-white release.
1953 Topps Baseball Cards
By The Cardboard Connection
Led by key cards for Mickey Mantle, Jackie Robinson, Yogi Berra and Willie Mays, 1953 Topps Baseball features a beautiful design and a checklist to match.
1954 Bowman Baseball Cards
By Chris Stufflestreet
1954 Bowman Baseball is highlighted by a classy, colorful design and the presence of many Hall of Fame cards. However, errors and variations are plentiful and the set does not have many notable rookie cards.
1954 Dan-Dee Baseball Cards
By Ryan Cracknell
As long as you can overlook the potato chip grease, 1954 Dan-Dee Baseball remains one of the most popular food releases. Mickey Mantle headlines the oddball set.
1954 Red Heart Baseball Cards
By Chris Stufflestreet
1954 Red Heart Baseball is one of the few products to be released in conjunction with dog food. The classic set includes Mickey Mantle and Stan Musial.
1954 Topps Baseball Cards
By The Cardboard Connection
Led by rookie cards for Hank Aaron, Al Kaline and Ernie Banks, 1954 Topps Baseball is filled with Hall of Fame talent. The distinct design and strong checklist make it one of the best 1950s releases.
1954 Wilson Franks Baseball Cards
By Trey Treutel
1954 Wilson Franks Baseball is a popular food-issued release that is easily distinguished based on the image of a hot dog package found on each card. Ted Williams is the main card in the set.
1955 Bowman Baseball Cards
By Trey Treutel
Closing out this hobby chapter for vintage collectors, 1955 Bowman Baseball provides the last release for the iconic baseball brand. The vintage set is headlined by Mickey Mantle.
1955 Johnston Cookies Baseball Cards
By Ryan Cracknell
1955 Johnston Cookies Baseball is a popular regional issue highlighting the top players (and travel secretary) of the Milwaukee Braves. Checklist highlights include Hank Aaron and Warren Spahn.
1955 Topps Baseball Cards
By The Cardboard Connection
Featuring key rookie cards for Roberto Clemente and Sandy Koufax, 1955 Topps Baseball is also popular for its horizontal card design.
1956 Topps Baseball Cards
By The Cardboard Connection
1956 Topps Baseball is headlined by cards for Mickey Mantle and Ted Williams in addition to a variety of new features in the set. Luis Aparicio is the key rookie card.
1957 Topps Baseball Cards
By Rob Bertrand
1957 Topps Baseball card checklist, detailed set analysis, key cards, shopping guide & more. It is one of the most sought after post-war vintage baseball card sets thanks to the inclusion of rookie cards of Frank Robinson, Brooks Robinson, Don Drysdale, Bill Mazeroski, Jim Bunning, and Whitey Herzog. 1957 Topps also features a rock solid lineup of Hall of Famers, including Sandy Koufax, Mickey Mantle, Hank Aaron, Willie Mays, Roberto Clemente and many more.
1958 Topps Baseball Cards
By The Cardboard Connection
Highlighted by key options for Mickey Mantle, Ted Williams and Roger Maris’ rookie card, 1958 Topps Baseball remains very popular. Thanks to a variety of variations, short prints, and a larger checklist, the vintage set is not easy to complete.
1959 Fleer Ted Williams Baseball Cards
By The Cardboard Connection
Taking full advantage of its exclusive deal with the Red Sox legend, 1959 Fleer Ted Williams Baseball represents something of a cardboard biography. From his play on the field to his upbringing off of it, the set is all things Ted Williams.
1959 Topps Baseball Cards
By The Cardboard Connection
1959 Topps Baseball marked a time of change for a hobby still finding its way. Notable options include Mickey Mantle and the rookie card for Bob Gibson.
