A CLIFF MELTON from the 1940 PLAY BALL set, card #83. This is a great addition to any NEW YORK GIANTS collection.
Graded by Mint Condition: 3
While the card boasts impressive centering for a vintage issue, the grade is heavily limited by a prominent horizontal crease through the center and significant rounding on all four corners.
Centering: 9 / 10
The front displays excellent centering with very balanced borders on both axes.
Corners: 3 / 10
Front: All four corners show significant rounding and moderate whitening consistent with heavy handling. Back: The corners on the back mirror the rounding and wear seen on the front, particularly at the Top Left.
Edges: 5 / 10
Front: The edges show widespread chipping and light fraying, most notably along the Top and Right edges. Back: Light chipping and age-related wear are visible along all four edges on the reverse.
Surface: 2 / 10
Front: A prominent horizontal crease runs through the center of the card, crossing the player's torso. Several smaller wrinkles are also visible. Back: The heavy horizontal crease is clearly visible through the center of the text. The surface also shows significant age-toning.
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