If you want my opinion, go see John Taube (he's in Southern NJ). He would need to see it in person, look at it, hold it, check it for Mantle player characteristics, see if it exhibits use of a switch hitter, etc. also, there were very subtle changes year to year with labeling and the placement of "Powerized", so once in hand, John can confirm Mantle use (or not), and possibly pinpoint it to a particular year.
Very exciting! best of luck.
PS- you might consider having it lightly restored, but i'd consult with John on that.
Here's my M110. circa 1955-1958.
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