Inaugural Great American Trading Card Auction- Closing October 1
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/2/2016
Graded NM 7 by PSA. Hall of Famer, depicted in his debut-year gum card appearance. Among more than 300 copies recorded in PSA's census reporting, just eight examples have been placed at a higher, unqualified tier. This is the "Last Card" in the '58/59 Topps set, and a piece that's extremely challenging in respectable grade. Highly desirable as a scarce, Hall of Fame rookie card and doubly difficult as the final item in its series, Bobby Hull's first card poses a serious challenge for anyone who desires to build a top-flight hockey collection. "The Golden Jet's" flamboyant personality, through visual splendor hinting of the colorful exploits to come, seems to project from the face of this bright memento. Pack-fresh gloss highlights Hull's image, and the item's strong, pointed corners betray only faint hints of wear. And – amazingly, in consideration of its issue and position in the series – the card's reverse is beautifully preserved. Aesthetically appealing Near Mint condition.