1975 Hostess PANEL # 58-59-60 NOLAN RYAN
w/Reggie Smith,Joe Coleman. Panel off center to right but the Nolan Ryan card is NM/MINT and lists for $50 in 2011 Beckett Annual.| Grade | EX/MINT to NEAR MINT |
|---|---|
| Book Value | $ 50 |
| Our Price |
$ 17.95
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