A HAL R. SMITH from the 1959 TOPPS set, card #497. This is a great addition to any ST. LOUIS CARDINALS collection.
Graded by Mint Condition: 6
This card presents excellently for its age, featuring a very clean surface and relatively sharp corners. However, the final grade is restricted by the significant vertical centering shift on the front.
Centering: 6 / 10
The top border is considerably thicker than the bottom edge, creating a heavy downward shift.
Corners: 7 / 10
Front: The Bottom Left corner shows a visible touch of whitening and minor rounding. The Top Left corner also shows very light wear. Back: Light touches are present on multiple corners, typical for the era and card stock.
Edges: 8 / 10
The reverse edges show slight fraying and age-related wear, primarily along the top edge.
Surface: 9 / 10
Front: The front surface is clean with vibrant pink coloring and no significant scratches or creases. Back: The reverse surface is clear and legible with only standard light toning for a vintage card.
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