A CHARLIE BISHOP from the 1953 TOPPS set, card #186. This is a great addition to any PHILADELPHIA ATHLETICS collection.
Graded by Mint Condition: 4
This vintage card boasts excellent centering that far exceeds the average for the 1953 Topps set. The final grade is determined by the moderate corner rounding and light edge wear which are characteristic of a Very Good to Excellent condition.
Centering: 9 / 10
The front displays near-perfect side-to-side alignment, with a slightly thicker top border compared to the bottom.
Corners: 3 / 10
Front: Moderate rounding is visible on all four corners, with the Top Right showing the most significant wear. Back: The reverse corners show uniform rounding and minor whitening consistent with the front.
Edges: 7 / 10
Front: Edges show light chipping and natural shelf wear, most notably along the Top edge. Back: Minor chipping is present along the cardboard edges, typical for this vintage stock.
Surface: 7 / 10
The back has a light horizontal streak of discoloration near the center, though all text remains sharp and legible.
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