For all the photo-ops, groundbreaking moments, and monumental contract signings, Jackie Robinson meant more to baseball than perhaps anyone. There are several important photographs out there, but the most famous and iconic action photograph of Robinson ever snapped was from game one of the 1955 World Series when he stole home against the New York Yankees. The offered photograph is likely from the Associated Press as they often did not stamp their photographs from the 1950's and early 1960's, but would instead place all the information on the large paper captions, unfortunately the caption here has been removed! Crystal clear and with exceptional contrast, the image was snapped at the exact moment Jackie came crashing into the pads of Yogi Berra who was blocking the plate, but just a hint too far back. A photo that has been viewed online and in print millions of times, this is an ultra rare example that shows the entire frame as taken and not enlarged to just show the action of Robinson. It is impossible to accurately date blank backed photos, regardless of what others might tell you, and there is no way to tell within a two year period when this was developed. We feel this is a late 1950's or early 1960's example and it is our experience that PSA generally chooses to err on the side of caution so I would expect them to say c. 1960's Type 2. Please keep this in mind when bidding.

Size: 6.5x8.5
Designation: Vintage 2
Condition: 4.5/5
Quality: 5/5
Overall Grade: 9.5/10