1953 Stahl-Meyer Franks Mickey Mantle PSA EX-MT 6

Sold For:

$27,000

Year:

1953

Auction:

2018 Spring

Lot #:

1281

Category:

Postwar Baseball - 1950s Cards

Graded EX-MT 6 by PSA. One of two examples graded at this level with just two graded higher. Extraordinary and absolutely stunning high-grade example of 1953 Stahl-Meyer Mickey Mantle. This is a miracle card! Stahl-Meyer Franks cards are among the rarest and most attractive of all regional issues. They are also among the most difficult to find in high grade. Stahl-Meyers were regionally issued in the New York area, one card per package, with Stahl-Meyer Franks. The set features a selection of stars from all three New York teams. They are usually found with serious condition problems relating to their method of issue, including creases and hot-dog stains. This is an unbelievably high grade Stahl-Meyer of Mickey Mantle, the key card to the set. The card is perfectly clean both front and back, with bold colors, flawless image clarity, and centering slightly to the left. This is an exceptional high-grade example of one of the keys of all 1950s regional issues, and one of the most highly prized of all Mantle cards. Reserve $2,500. Estimate (open).