1956 Topps #260 Pee Wee Reese PSA NM-MT 8

1956 Topps #260 Pee Wee Reese PSA 8 — The Heart of the Brooklyn Dodgers

The 1956 Topps #260 Pee Wee Reese is a beloved tribute to one of baseball’s most respected leaders and a central figure in the golden age of the Brooklyn Dodgers. By 1956, Pee Wee Reese had already cemented his place in baseball history — a ten-time All-Star, two-time World Series champion, and the steady captain who anchored the Dodgers through triumph, heartbreak, and change. This card captures Reese during his final full season, a bridge between the Brooklyn years and the team’s coming move west, representing both an ending and a lasting legacy of leadership, class, and integrity.

This PSA 8 example is a beautiful, high-grade representation of one of Topps’ most charming and artistically designed sets. The card features Reese’s warm portrait paired with an action image that perfectly reflects his steady presence on the field. The colors are rich and inviting, the registration sharp, and the centering well-balanced, giving this example outstanding visual strength. The surface gloss remains bright and the corners are sharp, making it an exceptional survivor of one of the hobby’s most popular issues. The 1956 Topps design, with its dual-image layout and nostalgic color palette, remains a favorite among collectors for its storytelling power, and this card exemplifies that appeal.

As captain of the Dodgers during the team’s most historic moments, Pee Wee Reese was more than a player — he was a unifying force. He was known for his friendship and public support of Jackie Robinson, an act of quiet courage that transcended baseball.