A GIL HODGES from the TOPPS set, card #85. This is a great addition to any NEW YORK METS collection.
Graded by Mint Condition: 7
The card exhibits exceptional corner sharpness and edge quality for a 1962 woodgrain issue, but the overall grade is constrained by moderate left-heavy front centering.
Centering: 7 / 10
Front: Front centering is horizontally off-center, with the left border noticeably wider than the right border. Back: Back borders are well balanced, with no significant centering deviation detected.
Corners: 8 / 10
Front: All four corners are remarkably sharp for this vintage issue with only microscopic factory roughness. Back: All four corners on the reverse remain well-defined with no significant softening or wear.
Edges: 8 / 10
Front: All four edges are crisp and clean with virtually none of the typical chipping seen on woodgrain borders. Back: Reverse edges present cleanly with natural vintage cut texture.
Surface: 8 / 10
Front: The front surface features sharp registration, strong gloss, and clean woodgrain imagery free of creases or notable scratches. Back: The reverse displays clean typography with a minor light print fisheye in the upper right stat area that does not impact paper integrity.
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