{"product_id":"1952-topps-175-billy-martin-psa-vg-ex-4-5","title":"1952 Topps #175 Billy Martin PSA VG-EX+ 4.5","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1952 Topps #175 Billy Martin PSA 4.5 - The Yankee Firebrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFew personalities in New York Yankees history were as fiery, competitive, and unforgettable as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBilly Martin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Long before becoming one of baseball's most colorful managers, Martin was a scrappy young second baseman whose relentless determination made him a favorite in the Bronx. His \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1952 Topps #175\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e captures the future Yankees legend during the early stages of his playing career, when he was establishing himself as an important part of Casey Stengel's championship teams. Featuring the beautifully illustrated portraiture and iconic Yankees insignia, this card represents an early chapter in one of baseball's most fascinating careers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGraded \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePSA VG-EX+ 4.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this example offers \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexcellent centering for the assigned grade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, creating an attractive, well-balanced presentation. The classic painted portrait and vibrant 1952 Topps artwork are nicely framed by the card's borders, highlighting the timeless character of this historic issue. With its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003estrong centering, appealing eye appeal, and desirable half-point grade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this is a particularly attractive example of one of the more recognizable Yankees cards in the celebrated 1952 Topps set.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMartin helped the Yankees capture \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efour World Series championships as a player\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, delivering his most memorable performance in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1953 World Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, when he batted .500 with 12 hits and earned Series MVP honors. He later became one of baseball's most recognizable managers, guiding the Yankees to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1977 World Series championship\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and building a reputation for his fiery leadership.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hall of Fame Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68006144704821,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0920\/7827\/6917\/files\/1952Topps_175BillyMartinPSA4.5.png?v=1793388632","url":"https:\/\/halloffameexchange.com\/products\/1952-topps-175-billy-martin-psa-vg-ex-4-5","provider":"Hall of Fame Exchange","version":"1.0","type":"link"}