A BILL VIRDON from the 1960 TOPPS set, card #496. This is a great addition to any PITTSBURGH PIRATES collection.
Graded by Mint Condition: 7
This is a high-grade vintage example characterized by elite centering for the 1957 set. The grade is primarily limited by minor corner wear and light edge chipping typical of cards from this era.
Centering: 9 / 10
The front displays excellent balance with nearly equal margins on all four sides.
Corners: 7 / 10
Front: All four corners show minor touches and very faint whitening consistent with careful handling over time. The Top Right corner is the most affected. Back: The corners on the reverse mirrors the front, showing light smoothing and minor chipping at the tips.
Edges: 8 / 10
Front: The edges are remarkably clean, with only a few tiny instances of chipping visible along the Top edge. Back: The edges show standard vintage stock roughness, with minor fraying along the Right edge.
Surface: 9 / 10
Front: The surface is bright and clean with no signs of creasing, staining, or significant print defects. Back: The reverse surface is well-preserved with clear text and no wax staining.
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.