October Legends and Americana Ending November 14th
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 11/15/2015
Graded EX-MT 6 by PSA. Hall of Famer, and a scarcer "High Number" in its issue. Presented is an icon of the collecting hobby, in the form of the universally coveted '52 Topps depiction of Mickey Mantle. The exceptionally deep coloration of this card, especially its familiar aqua-hued background, retains a large measure of its brightness. The slugger's bat is an almost luminescent yellow, and the white interlocking "NY" on the front of Mickey's cap contrasts sharply against dark navy blue. The central image enjoys nicely balanced centering within an attractively white framework. All four corners are more solidly defined than the grading evaluation leads the observer to expect, and the reverse is clearly printed. Strictly speaking, the card's grade, based on a few, unobtrusive hints of wear at the corners, represents an accurate assessment. Upon viewing this card, however, most collectors would agree that it possesses an appearance that is superior to what one imagines upon hearing the term, "EX/MT." This is the Mick's most famous card, presented in alluring and highly collectable Excellent to Mint condition.