1959 TOPPS PRESTON WARD 176 EX MCG 5 BASEBALL KANSAS CITY ATHLETICS

A PRESTON WARD from the 1959 TOPPS set, card #176. This is a great addition to any KANSAS CITY ATHLETICS collection. Graded by Mint Condition: 5 This vintage card presents well but is limited by moderate rounding on the corners and visible chipping along the edges. The centering is quite strong for the era, and the surface remains free of technical defects like creases or heavy staining. Centering: 9 / 10 The front has a slight left-heavy horizontal alignment and nearly even vertical centering. Corners: 4 / 10 Front: Both bottom corners show moderate rounding and whitening. The Top Left corner has a minor touch of wear, while the Top Right remains the sharpest. Back: The corners on the reverse exhibit rounding and shelf wear consistent with the front, particularly at the bottom. Edges: 6 / 10 Front: The edges show moderate chipping and age-related wear, most noticeable along the right and bottom edges. Back: The reverse edges show typical vintage chipping and minor fraying along the left side. Surface: 8 / 10 Front: The surface is clean with no major creases. There is light print graininess and age toning present, which is typical for this issue. Back: The back surface shows uniform toning and remains free of any significant stains or writing. Please pay for multiple cards in ONE payment. You will receive the card in the title and picture. If the title and picture are not the same, you will receive the card pictured. All single cards are pictured front and back. Please take a close look at the pictures for any condition issues. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to ask. Shipping and Handling Standard Shipping: $6.50 for the first card, additional cards are free. Please note, this card will not ship encased. The grades are for your information and allow you to more accurately purchase your ideal collectible.