A GUS ZERNIAL from the 1953 TOPPS set, card #42. This is a great addition to any PHILADELPHIA ATHLETICS collection.
Graded by Mint Condition: 5
The grade is primarily limited by moderate off-center alignment on both sides and light vintage corner softening, most notably on the Top Left corner of the reverse.
Centering: 7 / 10
Front centering is vertically off-center, with the top border noticeably wider than the bottom border.
Corners: 4 / 10
Front: All four corners exhibit light age-related softening at the tips, which is consistent with vintage card stock. Back: Top Left corner displays the most notable wear with moderate softening, while the remaining corners show only light wear.
Edges: 7 / 10
Front: The left and right edges show minor factory roughness and light chipping. Back: The edges are relatively clean with minor chipping visible along the upper border.
Surface: 7 / 10
The front surface is bright and clean, with only a small, light stain spot visible in the lower-left background area above the green logo.
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