March Premium Auction Ending April 3, 5 & 6
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 4/5/2021
Graded MINT 9 by PSA. Hall of Famer. Among more than 2,700 "White Back" copies recorded in PSA's census reporting, just ten examples have been placed at this supreme, unqualified tier, and none has been graded higher. Always a favorite among enthusiasts, this third-year card of "Mr. Cub" commemorates an early part of a career that would ultimately yield 512 career home runs and back-to-back NL MVP Awards (1957-58). Banks' special place in baseball's tradition is assured, and he is without question the most popular Chicago Cub in franchise history. This nicely centered collectible reveals pleasing, subtle degrees of roughness in cut at the top and bottom edges. Deep, rich color, a crisp illustration and a clean, light cream-colored reverse complete the praiseworthy item's quality of presentation. Visually stimulating Mint condition.