This 1954 Topps Hank Aaron rookie card is a collectors dream. High grade copies can sell for over $100,000. #128 of this vintage 1954 Topps Set is still well within most collectors price range. A nice PSA 5 or 6 can still be picked up for under $2500.
Hank Aaron is a retired American professional baseball player. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest baseball players of all time. He was a right fielder for the Milwaukee and Atlanta Braves and the Milwaukee Brewers. He played for the Braves for most of his career and is considered one of the greatest players in the history of the franchise.
Aaron began his professional career in the Negro Leagues in 1951, before joining the Braves in 1954. He quickly established himself as one of the best players in baseball, winning the National League MVP award in 1957. He was a key player on the Braves team that won the World Series in 1957.
Aaron was known for his exceptional hitting ability, power, and consistency. He holds the record for the most career home runs in Major League Baseball (MLB) (755), over Babe Ruth's previous record of 714, and still holds several MLB offensive records including the most career runs batted in (RBIs) (2,297) and extra-base hits (1,477). He is also in the top 25 players for games played, at-bats, and hits. He was a 25-time All-Star, a National League MVP, and a Gold Glove winner.
Aaron was also a fan favorite and respected by his peers, known for his quiet demeanor and his ability to maintain his focus and consistency despite facing racial discrimination during his career. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1982.
Hank Aaron is considered one of the greatest baseball players of all time, and is frequently mentioned in the same breath as other all-time greats such as Babe Ruth, Willie Mays and Mickey Mantle. He has been honored with many awards and accolades throughout his career and after his retirement.