A WILLARD SCHMIDT from the 1959 TOPPS set, card #171. This is a great addition to any CINCINNATI REDLEGS collection.
Graded by Mint Condition: 5
The card features remarkably sharp corners and edges for a vintage issue, but the grade is primarily limited by the heavy horizontal off-centering on the reverse side.
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
Bottom Left corner shows a tiny touch of minor softening, but the remaining corners are remarkably crisp.
Edges: 9 / 10
Front: All four edges are exceptionally clean with only minor factory paper fibers visible along the cut. Back: Edges are very clean and sharp on the reverse with no noticeable chipping.
Surface: 8 / 10
Front: A faint, light surface scratch is visible in the grass area on the left, but the card retains excellent color and registration. Back: A small print/ink spot is present near the cartoon on the right, with clean cardboard stock otherwise.
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