Ernie Banks RCs & More, Pt. 1

Ernie Banks Cards to Collect

Date: Sep 27, 2024
Topics: Baseball, Chicago, Chicago Cubs, Cubs, Ernie Banks, Hall of Famer, MLB, Negro Leagues
Length: 336 Words
Reading Time: ~2 Minutes

When you think of the Chicago Cubs, Ernie Banks is one of the first names that comes to mind. Revered as “Mr. Cub,” Banks brought energy, skill, and a passion for the game that captivated fans for nearly 20 years. His legendary performances and sunny disposition made him a beloved figure, not only in Chicago but throughout the baseball world. For collectors, his cards represent an era of greatness and joy. Whether you’re hunting for his rookie card or some of his classic releases, explore our curated list of the best Ernie Banks cards!


Ernie Banks Cards



1959 Home Run Derby Ernie Banks

player info

• 1960 gold glove winner
• started at shortstop for the nl in his first 13 all-star appearances
• first nl player to win back-to-back mvps



set info

• 20 card set
• distributed by the American Motors corporation


Card back

• n/a

 1956 Topps #15 Ernie Banks

player info

• first african-american player to star for the cubs
•  two-time nl assists leader
• 33rd in mlb history in career rbis

Set info

• 340 card set



card back

• a cartoon featuring banks’ accomplishments

1956 Topps #15 Ernie Banks

player info

• retired with the mlb record for homers by a shortstop
• holds mlb record for games played without a postseason appearance
• two-time nl rbi leader



Set info

• 206 card set

card back

• banks never played a full season of organized baseball before signing with the cubs

1955 Bowman #242 Ernie Banks

player info

• cubs’ first gold glove winner
• first cubs player to have his numer retired
• first african-american ford motor company dealer in the u.s.


set info

• 320 card set


card back

• banks talking about the best pitcher he’s ever seen

1954 Topps #94 Ernie Banks

player info

• born on jan. 31, 1931
• born in dallas, texas
• signed with the cubs in 1953

set info

• 250 card set


card back

• banks was the top ranked player in the negro national leagues


Ernie Banks RCs & More, Pt. 2


Ernie Banks RC & More, Pt. 2

Top Ernie Banks cards

Date: Sep 27, 2024
Topics: Chicago, Chicago Cubs, Cubs, Ernie Banks, Hall of Fame, Kansas City Monarchs, MLB, Negro Leagues
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