1985 Topps #401 Mark McGwire Rookie RC NM+ Athletics Cardinals Baseball Card

Description: 1985 Topps #401 Mark McGwire Rookie RC NM+ Athletics Cardinals Baseball CardMark McGwire, nicknamed Big Mac, is one of the most prolific home run hitters in baseball history, McGwire hit 583home runs during his career, which ranked 5th most all-time at the time of his retirement and currently ranks 11th. McGwire led the league in home runsin five different seasons, and set the major-league record for home runs hit ina four-season period from 1996 to 1999 with 245. With the Cardinals in 1998,McGwire joined Cubs slugger Sammy Sosa in a chase for the single-season homerun record set by Roger Maris in 1961. McGwire surpassed Maris and finished with 70 home runs, a record that Barry Bonds would break three years later with 73. McGwire finished his career with a batting average of .263with 583 home runs and 1,414 runs batted in. McGwire was one of several central figures in baseball's steroids scandal. In 2010, McGwire publicly admitted to using performance enhancing drugs during a large portion of his career. For fans of major league baseball, this is an opportunity to own the 1985 Topps #401 rookie card of this former Major League legend. Item Condition Having been burned too many times on eBay by dishonest listings and misleading descriptions and photos, I strive to provide significant detail on the condition of the card in addition to numerous high-quality photos so that you can accurately gauge the condition of the card to ensure you know what you are paying for. Keeping in mind that I am not a professional grader, I personally would grade this card Near NR Mint NM+ Notes on Card Condition Corners: Strong corners all around the card with some light wear visible upon close inspection most noticeable on the top corners. Edges: Edges are clean and straight with a touch of wear. There appears to be some very light warping on the left side of the bottom edge, but it is difficult to detect and does not detract from the overall eye appeal of the card from my perspective. Card Face: The face of the card has good color and gloss. No creases, scratches or significant print blemishes. Centering: Approximately 65/35 left to right and 60/40 top to bottom Back of Card: Back of card has good color. Centering is approximately 65/35 all around. The card in the scan is the one you will receive. All cards are original. Frequently Asked Questions When is payment due? Payment is due within 3 days of winning auction and item will not ship until payment received. What is your return policy? Cards may be returned within 30 days of delivery in the same condition for a full refund to be issued. If the card is deemed to not be in the same condition as it was at the date of purchase, issuance of a refund will be at the discretion of the seller. Do you charge sales tax? Sales tax is charged according to eBay policy.

Price: 11.99 USD

Location: Ellicott City, Maryland

End Time: 2024-11-28T17:58:36.000Z

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