The 1952 Topps #261 Willie Mays offered here is a recent find and a recent grade from PSA. Fondly known as the "Say Hey" kid, for his youthfulness, his exuberant style of play and his habit of greeting people with the phrase "Say Hey." Mays remains widely regarded as one of the greatest baseball players of all time. Born on May 6, 1931, in Westfield, Alabama, he played 22 seasons in Major League Baseball, primarily for the New York and San Francisco Giants. Mays was an exceptional all-around talent, a dynamic hitter, outstanding fielder, and a base-running threat. He hit 660 home runs, earned 12 Gold Gloves and was a 24-time All-Star. Mays’ iconic over-the-shoulder catch in the 1954 World Series remains one of the most famous moments in baseball history. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1979.

Size
5.5" x 3.5".

Condition
The card receives a recent grade of 1 (MK) Poor from PSA. The mark on the card is only visible under microscope or very close inspection on the reverse side of the card. An indent from likely a pencil shows the outline of the letter 'R' on the reverse side of the card. Despite strong eye appeal, there are surface wrinkles most notable on the lower half of the facing side.