2.5x3.75". The 1953 Bowman set consists of 160 cards. Noted for their domineering, vivid photographic images and considered among the most beautiful modern-era set of baseball cards produced, the set offered facial details and uniform features never before seen on any predecessor.

Gilbert Ray Hodges  was an American first baseman and manager in Major League Baseball (MLB) who played most of his 18-year career for the Brooklyn/Los Angeles Dodgers. He was widely regarded as the major leagues' outstanding first baseman in the 1950s. Some career highlights include being an eight time All-Star, hitting four home runs in one game in 1950, a three time Gold Glove award winner and a three time World Series Champion. Gil Hodges was elected to the National Baseball Hall Of Fame in 2022.