A MEL PARNELL from the 1955 TOPPS set, card #140. This is a great addition to any BOSTON RED SOX collection.
Graded by Mint Condition: 4
The grade is limited by light corner softening, most noticeable on the Top Right corner on both the front and back. The surface and edges remain in excellent condition for a vintage card of this era.
Centering: 9 / 10
Front borders are well balanced, with no significant centering deviation detected.
Corners: 3 / 10
Front: Top Right corner shows the heaviest wear with light rounding and touch of wear on the tip. Back: Top Right corner on the reverse shows similar minor rounding and softening of the fibers.
Edges: 8 / 10
Front: Right edge shows minor roughness typical of vintage card stock cuts. Back: All four edges are clean with only minor chipping and age-related toning.
Surface: 9 / 10
Front: The front surface is bright and clean with no creasing and only minor print specks. Back: The reverse shows expected light cardboard aging but remains free of wax stains or creases.
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