Hank Aaron '54 Topps card

Mcquaidsgirl · March 26, 2019 10:03PM

I would appreciate any feedback on whether this card is authentic or an old reprint? Thanks for taking a look. The card stock is solid but bottom corners seem off but I am far from an expert.

jayjones82 · March 26, 2019 11:29PM

Looks good to me

Desert_Ice_Sports · March 27, 2019 3:29AM

Real... If that's a reprint, we're all in trouble.

jay0791 · March 27, 2019 7:01AM

looks good nice

1966CUDA · March 27, 2019 11:38AM

Looks legit... nice card.

GreenSneakers · March 27, 2019 1:32PM

The only thing that is suspicious is that it’s not already in a holder.

Mcquaidsgirl · March 27, 2019 10:07PM

Thank you all for the comments. Much appreciated. That was my worry. If you're confident it's authentic why not get it graded and sell for way more?

Mcquaidsgirl · March 27, 2019 10:10PM

I also read this article and contacted Andy. He said he wasnt able to tell w/o having in hand under a light.
http://www.andybroome.com/?p=305

53BKid · March 28, 2019 3:02AM

What about the card has you concerned about its authenticity?

Mcquaidsgirl · March 28, 2019 10:33AM

That it wasnt graded

AFLfan · March 28, 2019 10:40AM

As long as it's legit, that looks like a perfect example to get autographed. Presents very nicely, but not a high grade gem. Something to consider...

craig44 · March 28, 2019 12:18PM

having not handled the card, it sure looks authentic to me.

Mcquaidsgirl · March 28, 2019 2:02PM

Wondering if any of you bid on the card? The day after I posted it suddenly got bids so just curious.

JBrules · March 28, 2019 4:30PM

Just looked at the listing. A couple of things stand out. The seller is selling other graded cards so that begs the question of why is this one not graded? If I was bidding on this card I would message him and ask if the card is original or a reprint. The fact that he does not offer returns is alarming as well.

The only thing that concerns me about the look of the card is that the top corners show very little wear and tear compared to the bottom corners. On first glance card looks to be original but I would really like to hear the story behind the card since the seller does not offer returns. My guess is the card has been altered (if it is original) that is why it is not in a holder. The only way I would bid this card would be if the seller had a convincing story. Good luck if you win it.

Mcquaidsgirl · March 31, 2019 9:35AM

@JBrules said:
Just looked at the listing. A couple of things stand out. The seller is selling other graded cards so that begs the question of why is this one not graded? If I was bidding on this card I would message him and ask if the card is original or a reprint. The fact that he does not offer returns is alarming as well.

The only thing that concerns me about the look of the card is that the top corners show very little wear and tear compared to the bottom corners. On first glance card looks to be original but I would really like to hear the story behind the card since the seller does not offer returns. My guess is the card has been altered (if it is original) that is why it is not in a holder. The only way I would bid this card would be if the seller had a convincing story. Good luck if you win it.

Thanks for your take. I agree doesnt feel right. Though I've prob passed on some good deals out of caution.

Hank Aaron '54 Topps card

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