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Remarkable PSA Gem Mint 10 Bob Feller 1948 Bowman #5 - One of Only 2 "PSA 10" Examples!
Not even "Rapid" Bob Feller's blazing fastball could possibly match the blistering eye appeal of this immaculate PSA "Gem Mint 10" 1948 Bowman offering of the fire-balling hurler. Breathtaking to say the least, along with a single other copy it shares the celebrated spotlight as the "best of the rest", meriting the highest hobby accolades! Had it not been for a 3-4 year Navy stint in World War II, "Rapid" Bob Feller would have easily been a 300 game winner.

Yet, even after losing almost 4 full years of his prime, he still managed to win an astounding 266 games with six 20-win seasons and 2,500+ strikeouts, including 348 in a single season! He is certainly one of the greatest pitchers in baseball history, justifying why many avid collectors actively seek his most desirable cardboard gems, of which only a handful could possibly compete with this magnificent Gem Mint 10 marvel. This pristine offering depicts a pristine Feller "half-body" pose, as the Hall of Fame right-hander dons his period style Indians jersey.

Immaculate resolution and stellar contrast highlight the iconic image that reveals near-perfect centering. Ultra-clean surfaces, razor sharp corner tips, and a seemingly flawless verso complete this timeless gem that is synonymous with Feller's late 30's and 1940's stature, stands tall as the "king of the hill" via its near-impossible PSA 10 assessment!

MIN BID $7,500