1952 Topps Mickey Mantle #311

Ah, the 1952 Mantle is a card that usually inspires awe. Its flaws include a significant missing piece, unfortunate centering, numerous creases, and faded colors. Collectively, they render it more a piece of historical sympathy than a showcase piece. In essence, it is a rather sorrowful rendition of a legendary card.

Large piece missing and significant creasing and wear. Would not qualify for a numerical grade from my standpoint with that much missing from a corner.

looks like some one tried to take a bite out of Mantle and even though I am not to concerned about corners when a chunk is missing that bothers me. THe card itself is faded and speckled and creased. From a distance it presents pretty well but when looking close at it it becomes very noticeable and bother some

He was loved. We know that much.