In regards to the authenticity of the CSA Goudey '33 Gehrig. Lets see if I've learned anything from Frank Ward's input on this board after all these years.....
First thing to look for is the bottom red border, it should not match up perfectly at the ends with the rest of border. Sometimes this is hard to see on a scan but I would say this one passes that test (it is more noticeable on the infield dirt border above the red border). Secondly, his bat should extend into the top upper white border. This one does extend (albeit faintly). Lastly, the borders should not be too white compared to the rest of the card. In my opinion, this card is legit. His face and hands are a little too dark for my liking but I would say the registration is a little bit off. Now, whether its trimmed or has been tampered with, that is another story.
Lovely Day...
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