1957 Topps #170 Duke Snider PSA NM-MT 8

1957 Topps #170 Duke Snider PSA 8 – Centerpiece of a Brooklyn Icon’s Final Act

By 1957, Duke Snider was still one of the most feared sluggers in the game, anchoring the heart of the Brooklyn Dodgers' lineup in what would be their final season in Brooklyn. Having helped lead the team to six pennants and two World Series titles during the decade, Snider was already a fan favorite and an all-time great. That season, he still produced a strong .268 average with 40 extra-base hits—further cementing his Hall of Fame legacy as one of only five players in history to hit 40 or more home runs in five consecutive seasons. With graceful defense in center and a booming left-handed swing, Snider represented the golden age of Ebbets Field and post-war baseball dominance in Brooklyn.

This PSA 8 example from the 1957 Topps set is a beautifully preserved specimen of one of the era’s defining stars. The '57 design marked a shift to full-color photography and minimal design elements, giving cards like this one a timeless, clean appeal. The image of Snider—batting pose, Dodgers cap, confident expression—is vibrant and crisp. The centering is excellent, and the surface retains strong gloss with clean edges and minimal wear, an impressive feat given the condition sensitivity of this issue.