1952 Berk Ross Willie Mays SGC 2.5 (GD+). A scarce and highly collectible early-career card of Hall of Fame legend Willie Mays, issued during just his second full big-league season with the New York Giants. The Berk Ross “Hit Parade of Champions” series predates many mainstream Topps releases and is well known for its distinctive hand-cut panel format and limited distribution, making surviving examples far tougher than typical pack-issued cards from the era.

This example displays pleasing eye appeal with a sharp, well-defined portrait, strong contrast, and clear registration. The borders show honest vintage wear and natural edge/cut characteristics consistent with the issue and the assigned SGC 2.5 grade. The black-and-white image remains bold and attractive, presenting much nicer than the technical grade suggests.

Early 1950s Mays cards continue to see strong demand as foundational pieces from one of baseball’s greatest all-around players—a 24-time All-Star and lifetime .300+ hitter. Combining scarcity, historical significance, and affordability relative to his mainstream rookie-era cards, this Berk Ross example offers an outstanding opportunity to add a tough, pre-Topps Mays collectible to any serious vintage or Hall of Fame collection.

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