1959 Topps #350 Ernie Banks PSA 8

1959 Topps #350 Ernie Banks PSA 8 – A High-Grade Classic of Mr. Cub in His Prime

By 1959, Ernie Banks wasn’t just a great player—he was the heart and soul of the Chicago Cubs. Known affectionately as “Mr. Cub,” Banks was in the midst of his prime, coming off back-to-back National League MVP seasons (1958 & 1959). In 1959, he slugged 45 home runs, drove in 143 RBIs, and cemented himself as one of the most dominant sluggers in baseball. A rare power-hitting shortstop, Banks combined elite defense with an infectious love for the game, embodying the phrase he made famous: "Let’s play two!" His career totals—512 home runs, 2,583 hits, and 1,636 RBIs—earned him a place in Cooperstown as one of the most beloved figures in baseball history.

This 1959 Topps #350 Ernie Banks PSA 8 is a beautifully preserved high-grade example from one of Topps' most vibrant and eye-catching sets. The 1959 Topps design, with its bold, circular portrait and bright color scheme, captures Banks in a classic Cubs pose, smiling as he did so often on the field. This PSA 8 example features sharp edges, strong color saturation, and impressive centering, making it one of the finer surviving copies from a set notorious for print defects and border wear.

For collectors of Hall of Fame legends, Cubs greats, and investment-quality vintage baseball cards, this Ernie Banks PSA 8 is a key piece that represents one of the greatest players to ever wear a Cubs uniform.