1966 Topps Batman Black Bat #40 Following the Clue — Raw

Centering estimate: left border appears noticeably wider than right (approximately 65-70% left, 30-35% right), and top border appears slightly wider than bottom — rough L/R ~65/35, T/B ~55/45, which would be acceptable for a 7 in isolation but other factors dominate. Corners show visible rounding on at least two corners (bottom-left most apparent), consistent with a VG to VG-EX range card. Surface shows significant overall wear and gloss loss across the card face — the image art appears dull and matte with what looks like general surface scuffing or handling wear throughout; no obvious hard crease is confirmed from this single photo but cannot be ruled out given the wear level. The seller's 'Used' disclosure is consistent with the observed condition; the combination of rounded corners, gloss loss, and off-centering points to a PSA 3 (VG) as the most likely grade, with a range of 2-4 depending on any hidden creases or reverse condition.

Centering estimate: left border appears narrower than right (roughly 60/40 L-R favoring right), top border appears slightly wider than bottom (roughly 55/45 T-B), so centering is passable but not tight. Corners: all four corners show visible but light rounding — no sharp points remain, consistent with EX to VG-EX range; no razor corners evident. Edges appear reasonably clean with typical vintage rough-cut texture normal for this set, no major nicks visible. Surface shows what appears to be intact gloss with no obvious creases visible in this photo, color and print registration look solid with no heavy print snow, though minor toning on the off-white border is possible but not alarming. Back is not visible so hidden flaws (creases, stains, writing) cannot be ruled out, warranting a widened range; the seller's '5xh' notation may signal an EX-grade self-assessment which is consistent with what the front shows.

Centering estimate: left border appears narrower than right (~60/40 L/R favoring right), top border slightly narrower than bottom (~55/45 T/B) — centering is off but not severely so, no miscut detected. Corners show light-to-moderate rounding, particularly visible on the lower-left and upper-left corners, consistent with EX to VG-EX range. Edges appear reasonably clean with no gross nicks visible from this scan, consistent with normal vintage handling. Surface gloss appears partially intact with some light wear; no obvious creases are visible in this image, though the scan resolution and angle may obscure light surface creases or staining on the white borders. Back condition is unknown and could affect the final grade.

Centering estimate: left border appears noticeably wider than right (approximately 65/35 left-to-right favoring left), top and bottom borders appear relatively even at roughly 55/45 — left-right tilt is the primary centering concern. Corners: the visible corners show mild-to-moderate rounding consistent with a 5 EX to 4 VG-EX range; no sharp razor corners but no severe blunting either. Surface: gloss appears partially retained with some wear and light toning on the white borders consistent with age; no obvious creases are visible from this image, though the back is unseen. Edges appear reasonably clean with no major chips; a PSA 5 EX is the most likely outcome, but off-centering could push toward 4 VG-EX if measured strictly, and a cleaner surface/back could support 6 EX-MT.

Centering estimate: left border appears notably wider than right (approximately 70/30 L/R), top and bottom borders look more balanced at roughly 55/45 T/B — the horizontal off-centering is the primary concern here. The seller's title includes 'READ' which typically signals disclosed flaws; corner wear is noted in the bottom caption and is visible — at least two corners (bottom-left and bottom-right) show rounding/soft wear consistent with VG-EX to EX range. Surface gloss appears partially retained but there is visible toning/wear on the white borders, and the card shows age-appropriate print characteristics. No creases are clearly visible from this photo but cannot be ruled out on the back or under closer inspection; the noted corner wear and centering push this into the 4 range, with a floor of 3 if any hidden crease or additional surface damage is present.

Centering estimate: left border appears narrower than right (approximately 60/40 L/R), top border slightly wider than bottom (approximately 55/45 T/B) — centering is off but within NM-EX range territory. Corners appear reasonably sharp with only minor wear visible at the upper-left and lower-right corners; no severe rounding evident. Surface gloss appears intact with good color saturation and no obvious creases visible from this angle. Edges appear clean with typical vintage rough-cut texture normal for this 1966 Topps issue; no miscut detected. Back condition unknown, and corner sharpness cannot be fully confirmed without closer inspection, keeping the range wide between EX and NM.