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1967 Topps #400 Roberto Clemente PSA 9 Mint
This sensational PSA 9 Mint 1967 Topps #400 Clemente pack-fresh offering has only been bested by a meager two PSA 10 Gem Mint specimens, joining forces with a meager 2.5% of the PSA examples exhibiting the hallowed "9 Mint" assessment. The legendary Roberto Clemente is worshiped by the Hispanic baseball community at a similar level that Jackie Robinson was to all African Americans. In fact, both their iconic legacies extend far past their racial heritage since both players stand as two of the greatest performers in baseball history. Clemente's accomplishments are seemingly endless, including a .317 lifetime batting average, 3,000 career hits, the 1966 regular season MVP award, four batting titles, and 12 consecutive gold glove awards.

If that isn't enough, in 1971 he won the World Series MVP when he virtually single-handedly dominated the Baltimore Orioles in both the batter's box and right field. Yet, as is the case with the immortal Lou Gehrig, he will best be remembered for his tragic death when on December 31, 1972, his plane crashed carrying supplies to assist earthquake victims in Nicaragua. This magnificent offering reveals a near-impossible to find well-centered Clemente portrait image, sparkling hues including the popular violet "PIRATES" lower text, blinding white borders, razor sharp corner tips and flawless surfaces. Atypical for any 1967 card is the lack of a skewed or tilted image that is the standard stigma for any 1967 Topps baseball subject. If you are seeking cardboard perfection for one of baseball's greatest all-time players, this seldom surfacing PSA 9 Clemente keepsake is the one for you!
MIN BID $1,500
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