1959 Topps #202 Roger Maris White Back PSA NM-MT 8

1959 Topps #202 Roger Maris White Back PSA 8 - A Rising Star’s Early Card with Strong Vintage Appeal

Before he broke Babe Ruth’s single-season home run record and became a household name in baseball history, Roger Maris was a promising young slugger carving out his place in the big leagues. In 1959, he had just joined the Kansas City Athletics after beginning his career in Cleveland, and his immense potential was already turning heads across the American League. The following season would see him traded to the Yankees, where his legend would be cemented.

This PSA 8 example of the White Back variation from the 1959 Topps set is a striking early card of the two-time MVP. Featuring crisp print quality, vivid color, and strong centering, the card captures a youthful Maris with the confident gaze of a future icon. The white back version is a bit scarcer than its gray counterpart, adding extra intrigue for collectors who appreciate subtle distinctions in vintage print runs.

Few players have authored a more unforgettable single season than Maris did in 1961—but it was cards like this one that first introduced fans to his power, poise, and promise. A high-grade, visually strong example from a pivotal transitional year, this is a must-have for fans of Yankees lore, MVP greatness, and hobby history.