A BILL HOWERTON from the 1952 TOPPS set, card #167. This is a great addition to any PITTSBURGH PIRATES collection.
Graded by Mint Condition: 5
This vintage card presents in Very Good to Excellent condition. The grade is primarily limited by moderate corner rounding and significant centering shifts on both the front and back, which are common for the 1952 issue.
Centering: 6 / 10
The front displays a pronounced horizontal shift with the left border appearing much thicker than the right.
Corners: 4 / 10
Front: All four corners show moderate rounding and typical wear for a card of this era. The Top Left corner is notably softer than the others. Back: The corners on the reverse exhibit rounding and light whitening consistent with the front.
Edges: 6 / 10
Front: Minor chipping and light fraying are visible along the Top and Left edges. Back: Edges show age-related toning and minor chipping throughout.
Surface: 8 / 10
Front: The surface maintains good color, though light toning and minor print defects are present across the portrait area. Back: The reverse surface shows expected age-toning and minor spotting, but remains legible and free of major defects.
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