INTERPLANETARY GUARD SPACE HEROES Series "Space Patrol" card which saw circulation in the early 1950's. Inspiration for this card was the immensely popular radio and television show which aired from 1950 to 1955. They were packaged one per box of cereal. Cards feature choice full color illustrations on fronts with text for that specific image on backs along with list of cards for the three different subsets plus cereal ad. Subsets are ?Space Heroes/Stars and Planets/Rockets, Jets, and Weapons.? Card Size: 2-3/16" x 3-5/16" Issued as insert with what product: Ralston Rice Chex and Wheat Chex cereal The card is in EXCELLENT condition some edge wear and darkening from age toning. There are several small spots from foxing on the back. (see pictures) Mint (MT) Four sharp corners - 55(%)/45(%) or better centering (i.e., centering of picture within border; left-right top-bottom) - Smooth edges - Original color border gloss Near Mint - Mint (NRMT-MT) 60/40 or better centering - Relatively smooth edges - Original color border gloss - One of the following very minor flaws is allowed: Sharp corners to the eye, but slight imperfections under intense scrutiny; A few minor print spots; A few focus imperfections Near Mint (NM) 65/35 or better centering - In addition, one of the following minor flaws allowed: Very slightly fuzzy corners; Slightly rough edges; Very minor border discoloration; Noticeable print spots; Color or focus imperfections Excellent - Mint (EXMT) Centering no worse than 70/30 - No more than two of the following flaws allowed: Very slightly fuzzy corners; Slightly rough edges; Very minor border discoloration; Noticeable print spots; Color or focus imperfections Excellent (EX) Centering no worse than 75/25 - A touch of notching or a slight 'ding' on a corner is allowed. - May have other imperfections such as: Poor gloss; Poor focus; Noticeable print spots Very Good (VG) Centering 80/20 or better - Slightly rounded corners - Slight layering, noticeable chipping or notches on edges is allowed. - May also have: Minor scuffing; Hairline crease Good (G) Fair (F) Poor (P) Well worn or abused - Badly rounded, layered corners, scuffing - Some lack of original coloring - Serious crease