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1951 Bowman #253 Mickey Mantle Rookie PSA 2.5 Good+
MANTLE ROOKIE!!! After Wagner's timeless gem, Mantle's rookie cardboard gem defines the cornerstone of card collecting, and is a great addition to all major card collections in the world. No one will argue that Mantle's 1951 Bowman image will forever be embedded in hobby lore as one of the few post-WWII cards that supersedes almost all high-end Pre-WWII cards. Mick's lifetime batting statistics were impressive against today's comparison. Yet his unquestionable power, long tape-measure home runs and overall love for the game and fans add to the legacy of this card.

What better card could represent the strength of our hobby than Mickey Mantle's first cardboard issue, treasured by every young boy who grew up worshiping the "Commerce Comet"? Mantle dominated the game with his 12 pennants, seven World Series victories and record-setting 18 World Series home runs. Even more impressive is the fact that Mantle achieved all of this success playing in pain virtually his entire career. Presented is a 1951 Bowman Mickey Mantle in a PSA 2.5 Good+ holder. This very important 1951 Bowman Mantle is considered by many collectors as Mickey's rookie card. Bold color, decent centering and nice corners is offered on this 70-year-old rookie card of Mickey. A young pose at the plate is displayed boldly on this card. Take a look, step up and place a bid.

MIN BID $3,500