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Madness Wears A Smile Card Details

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Madness Wears A Smile
Topps Batman  ·  1989  ·  #183
8.5 Crown Grade
Near Mint+
Cert # 000060431
Subgrades
8.5 Centering
8.5 Corners
8.5 Edges
8 Surface
Centering65/35 or better on the front. 80/20 or better on the back.
CornersClean and sharp corners with almost no visible wear. Tiny imperfections such as minuscule nicks & softening are present under magnification.
EdgesEdges have almost no signs of fraying, chipping, and nicks. Under magnification, multiple flaws are visible, but not significant.
SurfaceClean surface with minimal imperfections. Tiny scratches, light handling marks, and minor print lines are visible under magnification.
Card Notes
Topps Batman from 1989 arrived during a golden age for trading cards, capturing excitement around Tim Burton's landmark film. The set became a cornerstone release for card collectors and Batman fans alike, featuring iconic imagery from the movie that redefined the character for a generation. These cards remain fondly remembered as a bridge between the superhero's comic book roots and popular culture. Card #183, "Madness Wears A Smile," zeroes in on one of cinema's most memorable villains. The artwork captures the anarchic energy and visual spectacle that made the film unforgettable. Collectors gravitate toward this card for its striking design and cultural significance—a tangible piece of Batman movie history from a set that helped establish the modern collecting hobby.
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1 Total Pop
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Grade Count
8.5 THIS SLAB 1
★  Subgrade Ranking
Ranks #1 of 1 among Grade 8.5 copies
Subgrade Profile — Centering / Corners / Edges / Surface
8.5 / 8.5 / 8.5 / 8
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1 Equal
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