1951 Bowman #305 Willie Mays Rookie PSA EX 5

Sold For:

$27,600

Year:

1951

Auction:

2021 March

Lot #:

26

Category:

Featured

Graded EX 5 by PSA. Extremely desirable rookie card of legendary Hall of Famer Willie Mays, one of the most important of all 1950s bubble-gum cards. In addition to being one of the two key cards of the 1951 Bowman set, Mays is part of the scarce high-number series of the set (#253-324). This is a very attractive example, bright and clean, with outstanding registration and light wear to the corners. Centering to the left. The text on the reverse is boldly printed. The 1951 Bowman Willie Mays rookie has always been a card-collecting icon, especially among postwar cards. This is a very attractive example of this classic in an extremely desirable grade, offering an outstanding value compared to higher-graded examples. Reserve $10. Estimate (open).