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1959 Topps Bob Clemente #478
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Graded NM-MT 8 by PSA. With a population of 656 in this tier, this 1959 Topps Bob Clemente #478 represents a remarkably well-preserved example from Topps' fifth-year release for the legendary Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder. Unnumbered as issued, the card features a bold yellow field enclosing a circular portrait photo of Clemente, complete with a printed facsimile signature, lowercase header text, and the classic Pirates emblem in the corner. The grade reflects sharp corners, strong edge definition, and vibrant color registration on a set known for print defects and centering variance.
The 1959 Topps baseball set is recognized as a cornerstone issue of late-1950s vintage cards, celebrated for its circular vignette player photos and bright, full-bleed color schemes. Clemente, inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1973, concluded his career with 3,000 hits, 12 Gold Glove Awards, 15 All-Star selections, two World Series championships, and the 1966 National League MVP award. Card #478 documents his early-career stats through the 1958 season as he established himself among the game's elite outfielders.Show more
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