A KARL DREWS from the 1953 TOPPS set, card #59. This is a great addition to any PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES collection.
Graded by Mint Condition: 5
The grade is primarily governed by noticeable off-center alignment on the reverse, along with light vintage softening on the corner tips.
Centering: 9 / 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: 4 / 10
Front: Bottom Left corner shows the heaviest wear with light softening and micro-fraying at the tip, while remaining corners retain good definition for the era. Back: Top Right corner displays light softening and fiber wear, with minor contact wear present on the other corners.
Edges: 8 / 10
Front: Left edge shows light roughness consistent with vintage factory sheet cuts, but borders remain very clean overall. Back: Top edge shows light contact roughness, while the remaining perimeters are well preserved.
Surface: 8 / 10
Front: The front surface features clean gloss and strong color with only minor vintage print specks near the facial area. Back: The reverse exhibits natural vintage paper toning without any creases, stains, or structural defects.
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