A ELMER VALO from the 1951 TOPPS RED BACKS set, card #28. This is a great addition to any PHILADELPHIA ATHLETICS collection.
Graded by Mint Condition: 3
The final grade is primarily defined by the significant corner wear and rounding visible on both sides. While the centering is excellent for this 1951 issue, the physical condition of the stock and edges reflects a mid-grade vintage specimen.
Centering: 9 / 10
The front exhibits a slight left-to-right shift, though the top and bottom borders are nearly symmetrical.
Corners: 2 / 10
Front: All four corners show heavy rounding and fraying of the card stock, typical of handled vintage cards. Back: The corners on the reverse side are significantly rounded, mirroring the wear seen on the front.
Edges: 4 / 10
Front: The edges show moderate chipping and shelf wear, particularly along the bottom edge where the stock appears slightly ragged. Back: There is noticeable chipping and stock fraying along the perimeter of the red design.
Surface: 4 / 10
The surface displays natural age-toning and mild spotting in the yellow background areas, with some minor scuffing visible on the player photo.
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