1952 Bowman Large #16 Frank Gifford ROOKIE PSA NM-MT 8

1952 Bowman Large #16 Frank Gifford PSA 8 – Rookie Greatness from a New York Icon

In 1952, Frank Gifford was just beginning what would become a storied career with the New York Giants. A dynamic all-purpose threat, Gifford quickly emerged as one of the league’s most versatile and marketable stars—able to run, catch, pass, and return kicks with equal brilliance. He would go on to become the 1956 NFL MVP, an 8-time Pro Bowler, and a key figure in the rise of the NFL’s popularity during the television era. Beyond the field, Gifford’s charisma and crossover appeal helped define the glamour of mid-century New York football.

The 1952 Bowman Large #16 card is Gifford’s most celebrated rookie-era appearance and one of the headliners of the iconic Bowman Large set. Graded PSA 8, this example offers sharp corners, outstanding centering, and rich, vivid color, with a clean surface and crisp image detail. The larger format enhances the full-color artwork, showcasing Gifford in his Giants uniform with a confident gaze that hints at the star he was about to become.

Early high-grade Bowman rookies of Hall of Famers don’t come around often—especially from a set as beloved and condition-sensitive as 1952 Bowman Large. This PSA 8 Gifford is a premier vintage piece from the golden age of NFL cardboard.