1955 Topps #155 Ed Mathews PSA NM-MT 8

1955 Topps #155 Ed Mathews PSA 8 - Mathews in the Heart of Milwaukee’s Rise

The 1955 Topps #155 Ed Mathews comes from a period when Milwaukee had become one of baseball’s most exciting new destinations and Mathews was rapidly establishing himself as its great young slugger. Still just 23 years old, he had already produced a 47-home-run season and twice finished among the National League’s top MVP candidates. Topps’ horizontal 1955 design suits him especially well, combining a bold portrait with an action scene that showcases the left-handed swing that would terrorize National League pitching for more than a decade.

This example has earned an impressive PSA NM-MT 8, a strong grade within a set known for its centering, corner, print, and surface challenges. The expansive horizontal layout leaves little room for imperfections to hide, while the rich color and large portrait make overall registration especially important to eye appeal. Mathews’ card also comes from the more difficult high-number portion of the 1955 Topps set, adding another layer of collecting significance to an already important Hall of Fame issue.

Mathews followed his explosive early seasons with another formidable campaign in 1955, hitting 41 home runs and driving in 101 runs as the Braves continued their ascent toward the top of the National League. Two years later, he would help Milwaukee defeat the Yankees in the 1957 World Series, ultimately finishing his career with 512 home runs, 1,509 RBI, and 12 All-Star selections. Remarkably, Mathews was also the only player to suit up for the Braves in Boston, Milwaukee, and Atlanta, linking three chapters of franchise history.