1960 Clemente

[pclpads]

Larry makes some valid points. A 50+ year old card that crisp could well be hacked. If you sub, don't be disappointed if it comes back "EOT." That said, if it does grade - and that white schmack on his sleave and in the blue isn't on the card - I say no better than a 7. That fish-eye is glaring to me. Nice card, though!

[ruth-gehrig]

The edges are pretty sharp although under a loupe you can tell it's not a fresh cut if that makes sense. I picked this card up from the original owner so I don't believe it's been trimmed. Actually I lucked out buying a small handfull of 1960 topps and this is by far the best conditioned one of the bunch. I'm thinking of sending it in. I think PSA 7 but have no idea. Each corner has just the slightest touch of wear. Each corner comes to a distince 90 degree angle but with the touches of wear on every corner is it still possible to receive a 7??? Anyone know what the book value of a PSA 7 is???

Thanks for the comments so far

[ls7plus]

PSA's SMR has a "7" at $165.00. Two e-bay sellers, one of whom I know, have sevens priced at $190 and $240 BIN (and what do you know, Levi Bleam isn't even the highest?). With regard to grading, PSA Grading Standards indicate a NM 7 is a "card with just a slight surface wear visible upon close inspection. There may be slight fraying on some corners. Picture focus may be slightly out-of-register. A minor printing blemish is acceptable. Slight wax staining is acceptable on the back of the card only. Most of the original gloss is retained. Centering must be approximately 70/30 to 75/25 or better on the front and 90/10 or better on the back."

If the scan is good, I personally would say "7" or better (SMR is $325 for an "8"). Good luck on your submission.

Larry

[ruth-gehrig]

Thanks Larry for the info! I'll submit it and keep my fingers crossed!