This 52 mantle real

[tuckr1]

This one real and how much ??

[the 'stache]

Do you have a scan of the card's back? That's always helpful.

Just a fyi, here's a good resource when it comes to spotting a '52 Topps Mantle fake:

http://home.comcast.net/~52mantle/

[the 'stache]

There will be other forum members with much more experience examining the '52 Topps Mantle than I have, but looking at this, nothing is jumping out to disqualify this card.

This is a type A example. The black border appears correct. The pixel in the lower left hand corner of the border is missing. The black box around the Yankee logo is there. The coloring looks fairly accurate. As for the card itself, there's uniform wear at the corners. I'd really like to see the back if possible.

Poor to fair example. Several creases, some water damage to the front (looks like a drop in the middle), a little paper loss in the upper right hand corner.

What do you think, guys?

[ATP]

From what I can see in the scan it should be good. If you have it in hand, look through a loupe and check for the half tone printing. It's worn but you cant touch much at all on a 52 mantle for under $3000.

[tuckr1]

Thanks guys I am trying to get a pic of back

[Bestdj777]

Nothing looks off about this to me, although I am far from an expert.

As for prices, prices on these vary, but I would say anything less than $3300/3400 would be a good deal for this card, assuming it is real. Although poor, it is still a presentable example.

[Sean1125]

Looks good... Back scan would make it definative - make sure to check that the printing is correct when card is in hand. Anything $2800-$3k is a solid on the card, you should be able to sell for $3.3-$4k

[the 'stache]

Originally Posted by Bestdj777

Although poor, it is still a presentable example.

Absolutely. I'd flip out if I had that in my collection. Any real '52 Mantle is highly collectible.