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1953 Topps #82 Mickey Mantle PSA 7 NM
2ND YEAR TOPPS MANTLE!!!... No one will argue that Mantle's 1952 Topps image will echo for eternity, with the unparalleled mystique of his inaugural Topps card permanently etched in hobby folklore. Unfortunately, a considerable number of advanced collectors simply cannot afford the current stratospheric price tags of a high grade 1952 Topps Mantle rookie card. While not the hallowed Topps rookie card, the Mick's second-year 1953 Topps subject has gained considerable prestige over the years via its incredible stoic lithographic Mantle portrait image as well as being the 1952 Topps rookie card's successor. Presented here just happens to be a spectacular 1953 Topps second year Mantle in a PSA 7 NM holder, and portraying eye appeal beyond the grade. No baseball player could possibly equal Mickey Mantle's post-WWII popularity. Without question, his immense mystique remains unparalleled in the card market, yet considering that his lifetime batting statistics were not overwhelming, you sometimes ponder as to the root of Mantle's unequivocal fame. Characteristics such as his inconceivable power, long tape measure home runs and overall charisma have, undoubtedly, elevated his godly stature. He was Davy Crockett, Goliath, John Wayne and Joe DiMaggio all rolled up into one super icon, the ultimate embodiment of a National hero. Worshiped by millions of young American boys, Mantle's legacy continues to steamroll ahead, and it is no secret that his early 1950s cards continue to realize staggering pricing points. This outstanding second year Topps specimen portrays a nearly flawless lithographic pose of the Mick, bursting with vitality and a pristine array of colored hues that are synonymous with pack-fresh quality. Of utmost significance is the near-perfect centering that is virtually impossible to find on any '53 Topps Mantle subject, and the off-white borders remain super clean. Additional features include relatively clean surfaces, and sharp corners consistent with the assessment. Preventing a higher grade is some diminutive surface loss at the lower left red hued corner, with the red text box typically reflecting some degree of minor surface wear even for high grade examples. Early 1950s Mantle cards appear to know no boundaries with regard to their unlimited investment potential, and considering an SGC Gem Mint specimen just fetched an extraordinary $12.6 million, we highly advise you to capture this magnificent PSA 7 second-year Topps Mantle marvel that likewise knows no pricing limits!

MIN BID $7,500
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