A CHUCK ESSEGIAN from the TOPPS set, card #278a. This is a great addition to any ST. LOUIS CARDINALS collection.
Graded by Mint Condition: 5
The card exhibits exceptional corner sharpness and pristine surface quality for a vintage issue, but the grade is primarily constrained by moderate off-center alignment on both the front and back.
Centering: 6 / 10
Front: Front centering is vertically off-center, with the bottom border noticeably wider than the top border. Back: Back borders are well balanced, with no significant centering deviation detected.
Corners: 4 / 10
Front: Top Left corner displays faint micro-softening at the tip, while the remaining corners remain exceptionally sharp for the vintage issue. Back: Top Left corner shows a trace of minor corner tip wear, with all other corners holding crisp factory shape.
Edges: 8 / 10
Front: Left edge shows very light factory roughness, while the remaining perimeters are clean and well preserved. Back: Top edge displays minor natural vintage paper texture with no significant chipping.
Surface: 9 / 10
Front: The front surface features vibrant red coloration and clean registration without any scratches or creases. Back: The reverse surface is clean and fully legible with no stains, pencil marks, or creases.
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