A AL SMITH from the 1957 TOPPS set, card #145. This is a great addition to any CLEVELAND INDIANS collection.
Graded by Mint Condition: 5
The card exhibits outstanding corner and edge preservation for a vintage issue, but the overall grade is primarily restricted by heavy horizontal off-centering on the reverse.
Centering: 5 / 10
Front: Front borders are well balanced, with no significant centering deviation detected. Back: Back borders are well balanced, with no significant centering deviation detected.
Corners: 8 / 10
Front: All four corners are exceptionally sharp and well-preserved for the era, showing only minor factory cut texture at the tips. Back: All four reverse corners remain crisp with minimal vintage handling wear.
Edges: 8 / 10
Front: Edges display standard vintage fibrous factory cuts with no significant chipping or flaking. Back: All reverse edges are clean and intact with light natural paper texture.
Surface: 8 / 10
Front: The front surface is clean with strong original gloss; the horizontal line across the middle is part of the stadium background in the original photo. Back: The reverse surface is clean and clear with light natural vintage toning and no creases or stains.
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