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1952 Bowman #218 Willie Mays PSA 7 NM
EARLY MAYS!!! One of the Say Hey Kid's highly coveted early cardboard issues is his 1952 Bowman #218 subject, presented here in a stellar PSA 7 holder. Highly regarded as baseball's greatest all-around player ever, Mays walloped 660 lifetime homers over 24 incredible seasons, as well as catching virtually every batted ball directed his way. When once asked to simplify the way he plays the game, he eloquently responded: "They throw the ball, I hit it. They hit the ball, I catch it!"

The classic lithographic batting image is crystal clear, emanating a bright array of sparkling hues including a 3D-like cloudy sky setting. You can almost feel Willie May's intensity as he prepares to smack another pitched baseball towards the ballpark's farthest confines, with his classic pose positioned towards the right edge. Somewhat square corners and an overall pack-fresh look complete this fan favorite that proudly stands as one of the key cards for this '52 Bowman set break and a bona fide testament to Willie's unparalleled legacy!

MIN BID $2,500
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