1961 Fleer Baseball Greats #31 – LOU GEHRIG - SGC 5 (EX) – New York Yankees – Hall of Fame Legend

1961 Fleer Baseball Greats #31 – LOU GEHRIG - SGC 5 (EX) – New York Yankees – Hall of Fame Legend

A cornerstone card from the classic 1961 Fleer Baseball Greats set, this Lou Gehrig issue celebrates one of the most iconic figures in baseball history. Graded SGC 5 (Excellent), it offers strong eye appeal with clean color and a well‑preserved vintage look.

Card Highlights

• Player: Lou Gehrig – “The Iron Horse,” 2× MVP, 6× World Series Champion
• Team: New York Yankees
• Set: 1961 Fleer Baseball Greats
• Card #: 31
• Grade: SGC 5 (EX)
• Era: Early post‑war tribute set featuring all‑time legends

 Why Collectors Want This Card

• One of the most desirable cards in the entire 1961 Fleer checklist
• Features a clean portrait of Gehrig with classic early‑’60s design
• Affordable vintage Gehrig compared to pre‑war issues
• Strong liquidity among Yankees collectors, HOF collectors, and set builders
• SGC slab provides trusted authentication and protection

 Condition Notes (SGC 5 – Excellent)

• Solid color and clean portrait
• Light corner/edge wear consistent with EX grade
• Centering typical for the issue
• Presents extremely well for a mid‑grade vintage card