A RUSS BAUERS from the 1940 PLAY BALL set, card #219. This is a great addition to any PITTSBURGH PIRATES collection.
Graded by Mint Condition: 3
This vintage card is well-centered for its issue, but the final condition is heavily impacted by a significant horizontal crease running through the main focal point of the player's face. Coupled with the extensive corner rounding and general edge wear, it presents as a classic well-loved example of this pre-war set.
Centering: 9 / 10
The front displays a slight left-heavy and top-heavy orientation.
Corners: 3 / 10
Front: All four corners show significant rounding and softening. The Top Left corner displays more pronounced wear where a surface crease meets the edge. Back: The corners on the reverse show rounding and whitening consistent with the wear seen on the front.
Edges: 5 / 10
Front: The edges exhibit moderate chipping and shelf wear throughout, particularly along the right and bottom edges. Back: General age-related wear and minor fraying are visible along the perimeter of the back.
Surface: 2 / 10
A prominent horizontal crease runs through the center of the image, passing directly through the player's eyes and nose. The surface also shows typical vintage toning.
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