1939 Play Ball #31 Sammy West PSA 9

1939 Play Ball #31 Sammy West PSA 9 – Ultra-Rare, Pop 4 Common

A consistent and well-regarded outfielder throughout the 1920s and ’30s, Sammy West spent most of his career with the St. Louis Browns and Washington Senators, earning All-Star honors in 1933. Known for his steady bat and exceptional defense in center field, West quietly compiled over 1,400 hits and was a respected figure during one of baseball’s most talent-rich eras.

This 1939 Play Ball #31 Sammy West, graded PSA 9, is a true condition rarity—one of only four examples ever to achieve this grade, with none graded higher. It features the hallmarks of elite preservation: crisp black-and-white photographic clarity, bold print, clean white borders, and razor-sharp corners. The centering is excellent, and the card’s surface remains bright and blemish-free, a standout even among other high-grade prewar issues.

The 1939 Play Ball set remains a cornerstone of pre-war collecting, notable for its photographic realism and its release during baseball’s centennial celebration. High-grade examples are increasingly scarce, and this PSA 9 of Sammy West is a premier specimen from both a historical and condition standpoint.