Description

1952 Topps Mickey Mantle #311 SGC 55 VG/EX+ 4.5.  When it
comes to cards issued after the Second World War, the undisputed
king of the second half of the 20th Century is Mickey Mantle's card
from the 1952 Topps scarce high-number series.  Every hobbyist had a
spark that set the inspirational fire that got them to start
amassing hundreds if not thousands of cards with portraits of their
favorite baseball heroes.  For many, seeing this card opened the
door to hobby enlightenment.  The 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle's card is
by far the most sought after card of the modern collecting era. 
Owning this card is on every collector's birthday, Christmas and
yes, bucket list.  There is just something majestic about a young
legend looking skyward toward destiny. 

Offered is a SGC 55 VG/EX+ 4.5 copy rated for some wear at
the corners and slight edge roughness in segments left and top
edges.  Admirable centering is combined with mild corner wear, very
rich colors and tight registration.  No print ghosting, no creasing
or soiling.  This card seems to be one of the best investments in
the hobby.