Lot # 2836: 1962 Topps "Mars Attacks" Near-Complete Set (53/55) Including Checklist

Presented is an attractive mid-grade near-complete set of 53 cards (out of 55) of this American classic, missing only #32 and 39 for completion. The "Mars Attacks" set is unparalleled in the presentation of its colorful, detailed artwork and gruesome graphics. Parents were up in arms upon viewing the gore and mayhem depicted by this scary science fiction set, which tells the story of Martians attacking planet Earth, but kids couldn't get enough of them. Condition ranges from Vg to Ex (averaging Vg-Ex), with a few lesser. Keys: #1 The Invasion Begins (Pr-Fr) and #55 Checklist (pen-marked reverse, otherwise Vg). This is a very attractive and consistent near-complete set with excellent eye-appeal. Total: 53 cards.