Superior, contemplative portrait of 5-time champion Joe Collins, who held down first base for the Yankees across one of their run to consecutive World Series titles. Like some stars of his era, Joe left baseball when his contract was sold to Philly, preferring to retire as a Yankee than start over in a new city.

The PSA NM-MT+ 8.5 grade fits its perfect centering, bright borders, and outstanding example of 1953's painted look. The print spot off his left cheek and tiny "teardrop" near his left eye are a bit like Marilyn Monroe's mole, as a mark to remind you how good everything else looks.