Offered is Sports Illustrated Vol. 3, Issue #5, dated August 1, 1955, featuring Ted Williams on the cover, professionally graded PSA 7.0 (Near Mint) and encapsulated for long-term preservation.
This issue is especially significant as it marks Ted Williams’ FIRST-ever Sports Illustrated cover, making it a cornerstone publication for vintage baseball and Sports Illustrated collectors. Released during Williams’ legendary career with the Boston Red Sox, this cover captures one of the greatest hitters in baseball history at peak stature.
Subscription copies from the 1950s—especially those slabbed by PSA—are far scarcer than later newsstand issues and are highly sought after by advanced collectors.
Publication: Sports Illustrated
Volume / Issue: Vol. 3, #5
Date: August 1, 1955
Cover Subject: Ted Williams
Significance: 1st Ted Williams Sports Illustrated Cover
Grade: PSA 7.0 (NM)
Page Quality: Off-White / White Pages (per PSA label)
Edition: Subscription
PSA Cert #: 128338938
Authenticity: PSA authenticated & encapsulated
First Sports Illustrated cover of Ted Williams
Early-era SI (1955) from the magazine’s formative years
Hall of Fame legend and Boston Red Sox icon
PSA-graded vintage SI examples are increasingly scarce
Excellent long-term hold for blue-chip baseball collectors
Graded PSA 7.0, reflecting strong overall presentation with light, age-appropriate wear. Very solid eye appeal for a 1955 publication. Please review all photos carefully, as they are part of the description.
Ships securely and professionally packaged
PSA slab fully protected
Fast handling; insured shipping recommended
A premier PSA-graded Ted Williams first Sports Illustrated cover—an essential piece for any serious vintage baseball or SI collection.