(LOT 44)
1952 Berk Ross Mickey Mantle PSA 6 EX-MT
MANTLE ROOKIE IMAGE!!!... One of The Mick's most underrated cardboard issues is his 1952 Berk Ross subject, boasting the exact same image as his exalted 1951 Bowman Rookie. The 1952 Berk Ross Mantle certainly merits higher stature since it carries this hallowed illustration while being far scarcer than both his iconic 1951 Bowman and 1952 Topps subjects. This PSA 6 EX-MT '52 Berk Ross is one of 383 PSA encapsulated copies (at the time this was written), a fraction of the thousands of '51 Bowman and '52 Topps PSA-graded Mantles. The Berk Ross Mantle truly stands as the most prominent and valuable player from the 72-player "Hit Parade of Champions" Berk Ross series, with this offering revealing a brilliant 1951 Bowman Mantle image showcasing his #6 jersey from his rookie campaign. While typical corner wear and some faint surface abrasions near the upper frame prevent a higher assessment, the PSA 6 grade will more than suffice for any esteemed Mantle enthusiast!

MIN BID $1,500
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