1973 Topps Roberto Clemente #50

A print defect, centering issues and some corner action detract for me.

Still presents well but the centering, tilt, and print defects keep this at a high C for me.

The main event still presents decently, while uneven framing and a roller line detract.

Centering and tilt jump out fist along with a print issue down the left side. Main image is in good shape to stay in the B tier for me.

B- feels right to me, since when I first stare at the card, I look at the photo and think, "Centering and tilt." So it is not like some huge fish eye or crease is marring the image. Closer look and I would notice the roller line on the left.

the card has an obvious tilt that bothers me but does not bother all. The card has surface wear and ink dots on the left but the main image is good and colors show well but does not POP

Vertical roller mark on the left side. Colors don't quite pop. Centering is off and has some tilt.

Always loved this image of Clemente; the catcher and ump, the way Clemente's face is partially hidden in shadow. The absence of flaws on the central image and the PD-free outfielder circle help offset the tilt/centering and vertical print line.