A GUS BELL from the TOPPS set, card #235. This is a great addition to any CINCINNATI REDS collection.
Graded by Mint Condition: 5
The card is in extraordinary condition for its era, held to a Near Mint condition primarily by the noticeable vertical centering shift on the reverse and minor touch of wear at the bottom corner tips.
Centering: 6 / 10
Front: Front borders are well balanced, with no significant centering deviation detected. Back: Back borders are well balanced, with no significant centering deviation detected.
Corners: 4 / 10
Front: Bottom Left corner shows minor softening at the tip, while the remaining corners retain remarkably sharp factory definition for the era. Back: Bottom Left corner displays faint fiber tip wear, with the other three corners remaining structurally crisp and well defined.
Edges: 8 / 10
Front: All four edges are exceptionally clean with only minor factory cut roughness consistent with vintage production. Back: The perimeter edges are smooth and well preserved with minimal vintage cardboard wear.
Surface: 8 / 10
Front: The front surface retains vibrant colors and strong gloss with only faint vintage print snow. Back: The reverse surface is clean and problem-free with no creases, stains, or ink marks.
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