A GENE STEPHENS from the 1959 TOPPS set, card #261. This is a great addition to any BOSTON RED SOX collection.
Graded by Mint Condition: 7
This 1959 vintage card is in remarkable physical condition with corners and edges that show virtually no wear. The final grade is determined strictly by the vertical centering, which is noticeably shifted toward the top on both the front and back.
Centering: 6 / 10
The top border is noticeably thinner than the bottom border, while horizontal alignment is near-perfect.
Corners: 10 / 10
Front: All four corners on the front are exceptionally sharp and appear untouched. Back: The corners on the reverse side are clean and maintain their original pointed shape.
Edges: 10 / 10
Front: The edges are extremely well-preserved with no visible chipping or nicking. Back: The back edges are crisp and free of the usual wear found on vintage stock.
Surface: 10 / 10
Front: The front surface is bright and smooth with no evidence of scratches or print defects. Back: The reverse surface is pristine, showing no signs of wax staining or marks.
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