|
|
#1
|
|||
|
|||
1952 Topps Mantle - what would it grade?
I have owned this 1952 Topps Mantle for about 20 years. I have never sent anything in for grading, and I'm not sure I want to get this card graded unless I ever plan on selling it. However, I would like to get opinions on what grade people think it would receive.
The pictures are the best I can do right now on my phone. Centering is pretty good, there is no surface wear and there is even corner wear. There are several creases on the front which can be seen in varying degrees in the picture. All of the creases are fairly light. The one in the top, middle extends down through his face and just past his chin, but can be hard to see past the hat when looking at the card unless it is held at a bit of an angle. The crease to the right in the blue is probably the most noticeable one on the card. The crease that comes from the bottom and extends through the a in Mantle is the only one that can also be seen and felt on the back of the card. Let's hear some thoughts about what grade it would get. |
#2
|
|||
|
|||
Nicely centered. A 1.5 but may get a grader on the right day with a 2.
__________________
Always looking for PSA Graded 1952 Topps: 1-80 PSA 7 81-310 PSA 8 311-407 PSA 6 |
#3
|
||||
|
||||
I'd have to echo what Gary is saying. Probably a 1.5 with the amount of creasing seen in the scans.
|
#4
|
|||
|
|||
Agree as above
I was thinking the same thing before looking at responses. While the centering is unusually good the creases significantly detract from visual appeal and have a large bearing on technical grade. It would likely get a bit of a premium at whatever grade because of the centering. If you are thinking about selling, please contact me.
|
#5
|
||||
|
||||
Agree with the others. PSA 1.5 based on the number of creases.
But it will be considered a higher end 1.5 due to the nice centering and pleasing overall eye appeal. |
#6
|
|||
|
|||
Yes I agree it is a 1.5 or 2 with great visual appeal. I too would be interested if you are thinking of selling.
Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalk |
#7
|
|||
|
|||
Looks like a solid 2 to me.
|
#8
|
|||
|
|||
I agree. Looks like a 2 to me as well.
|
#9
|
|||
|
|||
Thanks for the opinions on grades. My thought was a 1.5 or maybe a 2, but I wanted to make sure I wasn't just being overly hopeful.
I have never sent anything for grading, and I don't think I will be sending this in, but am I correct that it would cost $1000 to get it graded since the value of the card is likely between $10K and $25K? From what I saw on the PSA site, that is what it looks like it would cost which seems crazy to me. |
#10
|
||||
|
||||
Quote:
Some have said it is for insurance/shipping purposes, but I would assume the same fee would still apply if one personally dropped it off and picked it back up?
__________________
52 Topps cards. https://www.flickr.com/photos/144160280@N05/ http://www.net54baseball.com/album.php?albumid=922 |
|
|
Similar Threads | ||||
Thread | Thread Starter | Forum | Replies | Last Post |
WTB 1952 Topps Mantle - Low Grade SGC (1-2.5) | Compsella | 1950 to 1959 Baseball cards- B/S/T | 3 | 07-22-2020 12:27 PM |
WTB: 1952 Topps PSA Mantle Low Grade | mouschi | 1950 to 1959 Baseball cards- B/S/T | 0 | 03-14-2019 12:23 PM |
WTB by our client 1952/1953 Topps Mantle in any grade plus more..... | russkcpa | 1950 to 1959 Baseball cards- B/S/T | 1 | 10-16-2018 07:28 PM |
WTB: 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle Lower Grade | eliminator | 1950 to 1959 Baseball cards- B/S/T | 0 | 02-08-2014 07:23 PM |
WTB Low Grade 1952 Topps Mantle - got one!! | Danny Smith | 1950 to 1959 Baseball cards- B/S/T | 1 | 02-27-2012 12:52 PM |