M.SANTOS/PELE | 1958 SWEDISH REKORD JOURNAL-HAND CUT | REKORD JOURNAL-HAND CUT | PSA GOOD 2

PSA Graded Card - Certification #62848873 - Grade: GOOD 2

This rare vintage soccer trading card, produced in 1958 by the Swedish sports magazine Rekord Journal, features illustrated portraits of both Manoel Francisco Santos and Edvaldo Alves Santarosa, better known as "Pele." The card has a classic artistic rendering with a minimalist style, separated by a vertical line, red borders, and printed nameplates at the bottom of each portrait. The condition is graded "Good" by PSA and exhibits typical signs of age and hand-cut edges, as these cards were originally issued in sheets and individually cut out by collectors. No holographic or special printing techniques are used, maintaining a matte textured look consistent with European cards of the 1950s. Its historical importance is underscored by featuring Pele, widely regarded as one of soccer's greatest icons, in his early career. Unique identifiers include the dual-player format, Swedish production, and the hand-cut nature, distinguishing it from other Pele rookie issues.

Card Details:

Subject: M.SANTOS/PELE

Card Name: 1958 SWEDISH REKORD JOURNAL-HAND CUT

Variety: REKORD JOURNAL-HAND CUT