1953 Bowman Color #10 Richie Ashburn PSA 8

1953 Bowman Color #10 Richie Ashburn PSA 8 – A Leadoff Philadelphia Hit Machine

By 1953, Richie Ashburn had already established himself as one of baseball’s premier contact hitters and defensive wizards. A cornerstone of the Philadelphia Phillies' famed "Whiz Kids", Ashburn was known for his blazing speed, exceptional plate discipline, and ability to cover vast territory in center field. In 1953, he batted .330 with 205 hits, continuing his streak of dominance at the plate. A two-time batting champion, six-time All-Star, and one of the finest leadoff hitters in baseball history, Ashburn remains one of Philadelphia’s most beloved sports icons, later earning enshrinement in the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1995.

This 1953 Bowman Color #10 Richie Ashburn PSA 8 is a stunning example from one of the most revered sets of the post-war era. The 1953 Bowman Color series revolutionized the hobby by introducing full-color photography, creating some of the most aesthetically beautiful cards ever produced. Ashburn’s card perfectly captures his intensity and focus, bat in hand, ready to do what he did best—hit. Given this set’s well-known issues with centering, print defects, and edge chipping, finding a PSA 8 example with vibrant colors, clean edges, and excellent centering is exceptionally difficult.

For collectors of Hall of Fame legends, Phillies greats, and investment-worthy vintage baseball cards, this Richie Ashburn PSA 8 is a key addition to any serious collection. A gorgeous representation of one of baseball’s greatest leadoff hitters, this card serves as both a historical treasure and an elite collector’s piece, celebrating the career of one of the finest pure hitters the game has ever seen.