2017 Topps Major League Milestones #MLM-18 Mark Teixeira Baseball Card Manual

Product Overview

This document provides essential information for the care and understanding of your 2017 Topps Major League Milestones #MLM-18 Mark Teixeira New York Yankees Baseball Card. This card commemorates Mark Teixeira's achievement of 400 career home runs.

Image: The 2017 Topps Major League Milestones #MLM-18 Mark Teixeira baseball card. The card features a dynamic image of Mark Teixeira in his New York Yankees uniform, with the text "MAJOR LEAGUE MILSTONES" at the top, the Topps logo, and prominent "400 CAREER HOME RUNS" text. Mark Teixeira's name and "NEW YORK YANKEES" are displayed at the bottom.

Care and Handling

Proper care and handling are crucial to maintaining the condition and value of your collectible baseball card.

Initial Handling

• Clean Hands: Always handle the card with clean, dry hands. Consider wearing cotton gloves to prevent transferring oils or dirt from your skin to the card surface.
• Edge Protection: Hold the card by its edges to avoid touching the front or back surfaces.
• Immediate Protection: Upon receipt, immediately place the card into a protective sleeve (penny sleeve) and then into a rigid top-loader or magnetic one-touch holder.

Storage and Display

• Temperature and Humidity: Store cards in a stable environment, away from extreme temperature fluctuations and high humidity, which can cause warping or damage. Ideal conditions are typically room temperature (68-72°F or 20-22°C) and moderate humidity (40-50%).
• Light Exposure: Avoid direct sunlight or strong artificial light, as prolonged exposure can cause fading of the card's colors and images.
• Vertical Storage: Store cards vertically in storage boxes designed for trading cards to prevent bending or pressure damage.
• Display Cases: If displaying, use UV-protective display cases to minimize light damage.

Specifications

Key details regarding the 2017 Topps Major League Milestones #MLM-18 Mark Teixeira Baseball Card:

Troubleshooting and Preservation

While trading cards do not typically require "troubleshooting" in the traditional sense, this section addresses common issues related to card condition and how to prevent them.

• Warping/Bending: If a card begins to warp, it is often due to humidity changes. Ensure it is stored in a stable environment within a rigid holder. Avoid placing heavy objects on cards.
• Fading: Fading is caused by UV light exposure. Always store or display cards away from direct sunlight or use UV-protective cases.
• Surface Scratches/Creases: These are typically caused by improper handling. Always use protective sleeves and top-loaders, and handle cards by the edges. Once a crease occurs, it is permanent.
• Dust/Dirt Accumulation: Keep storage areas clean. If a card needs gentle cleaning, use a soft, dry microfiber cloth very carefully, avoiding any pressure that could scratch the surface. Do not use liquids.