1953 Topps #27 Whitey Ford PSA 9

1953 Topps #27 Whitey Ford PSA 9 – A Pop 8 Yankee Ace with None Graded Higher

By 1953, Whitey Ford had already shown flashes of brilliance on the mound, posting a stellar rookie season in 1950 before leaving for military service during the Korean War. Returning to the Yankees rotation in ’53, Ford picked up right where he left off—calm under pressure, devastatingly efficient, and poised to become the winningest pitcher in franchise history. Over the next decade and a half, he would anchor the Yankees’ dynasty, earn 10 All-Star selections, win six World Series titles, and cement his place in Cooperstown.

The 1953 Topps #27 Whitey Ford card is one of the most elegant and iconic portraits in the entire Topps run, capturing a young Ford against a softly painted stadium backdrop with a warm, confident expression. Graded PSA 9, this example is an absolute condition gem—with razor-sharp corners, stunning color depth, and outstanding centering. With only 8 examples graded PSA 9 and none graded higher, this is the finest Ford card in existence, making it a true upper-echelon prize for advanced collectors.

Simply put, this is the pinnacle of Whitey Ford cardboard—a Hall of Fame legend in one of the most beautifully designed sets ever made, preserved in unimprovable condition. A museum-caliber piece that rarely surfaces.