June Premium Card and Memorabilia auction ending June 26-27
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 6/26/2021
This lot closes on June 26, 2021 at 10:00 PM EDT for initial bids.
Graded GD 2 by BVG. Hall of Famer, in his Bowman Gum Rookie Card appearance. This is the card that's often properly referred to as Mickey Mantle's "real" rookie card, the scarce High Number-series item that precedes that "other" classic rookie piece (1952 Topps) by a full season. The offered card's status may understandably be stigmatized by its grade, to a degree, but the BVG evaluation doesn't negate the piece's flattering colors, clear image, or intact print features. Most of the negative elements derive from creases: a couple proceeding upward from the bottom edge, another group diagonally situated above the slugger's head at the upper left. Even these faults, however, create surprisingly little disruption: the card's visual appeal, scarcity, and desirability remain as strong as ever. Very presentable Good condition.