A HAL SMITH from the 1959 TOPPS set, card #227. This is a great addition to any KANSAS CITY ATHLETICS collection.
Graded by Mint Condition: 7
This is a high-grade vintage example with exceptional technical attributes. The corners and edges are far superior to what is typically seen from this era. The final grade is primarily limited by the centering shift on the front.
Centering: 7 / 10
The front design is shifted toward the top and left edges, creating uneven border widths.
Corners: 9 / 10
Front: The corners are exceptionally sharp for a vintage card, showing almost no visible wear or whitening. Back: All four corners on the reverse remain crisp and well-defined.
Edges: 9 / 10
The edges on the reverse are very smooth, showing only the lightest natural toning consistent with age.
Surface: 9 / 10
The reverse surface is clean and free of marks, exhibiting a uniform and natural light tanning.
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