Lot # 1500: 1964 Topps Stand-Up #17 Roberto Clemente (HOF) - SGC VG/EX+ 4.5

Category: 1949-Present

Starting Bid: $100.00

Bids: 16 (Bid History)

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Item was in Auction "Summer, 2024 Premier Auction",
which ran from 9/12/2024 4:00 AM to
9/28/2024 9:00 PM



Extraordinary mid-grade example of Roberto Clemente's card from the 1964 Topps Stand-Up issue, the first Topps cards to be die-cut since 1951. Since the cards were perforated and intended to be folded so the players would "stand up," they are extremely difficult to find in higher grades. In addition, the green and yellow backgrounds are susceptible to chipping, particularly along the edges of the cards.

This example, graded VG-EX+ 4.5 by SGC, shows signs of edge and corner wear consistent with the grade, particularly for this set, as well as some light soiling in the top right corner which keeps it from grading even higher than it already has. Still, the bright, beautiful colors and Clemente's unique pose which shows the Hall of Famer getting ready to unleash a throw from his legendary arm give this unique card tremendous eye appeal.

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