Raw 1951 Bowman Mickey Mantle - Any Chance this would Grade PSA or SGC 3+? Tell Me
 

Crappy pic....but any chance at a PSA or SGC 3+? Thank you in advance for your comments.

http://i.imgur.com/oN3gHfs.jpg

I believe you are looking at a 2. Rounded / fraying corners, centering of 90-10. Hard to tell if there are creases, and we do not know what the back looks like. Do a Google search of the PSA Grading Standards and SGC Grading Standards and that should give you a very good idea of what to expect if you decide to grade the card professionally. Also, take a ruler and make sure the card measures correctly for the issue. I would leave the card as is, and not grade it. Just my opinion though.

Lou's about right, maybe 2.5 without any significant creases.

'51 Mantle
 

Agreed with Lou & Phil. Nice card.

Z Wheat

Is that paper loss on the bat or glare from the scan/photo ?

Good catch. Comparing the card to others, that appears to be paper loss. This is a great card, no need to slab it. Just enjoy it.

Grading is subjective, just catch the one who is grading it having a good day

It's really hard to tell from the photo as its not extremely clear, but are we certain the card is authentic? The colors sure looks washed out.

A look at the backside might be revealing...