An extraordinary find has surfaced in the world of sports memorabilia – a remarkable 1907 Wolverine News postcard featuring a young Ty Cobb. Graded PSA VG 3, this postcard is a treasure trove for collectors, as it is one of just three known examples in existence. Currently, bids for this rookie-era piece have soared to an impressive $17,000, making it a hot item at the upcoming auction hosted by Robert Edward Auctions.
As a pivotal artifact from Ty Cobb’s debut season in Major League Baseball, this postcard offers a visual journey back to the early days of the sport. Dubbed the “Georgia Peach,” Cobb’s legacy in baseball is well-documented, and owning a piece of his history is a rare opportunity for sports enthusiasts and collectors alike.
Highlighted as Lot #1 in the September Encore Auction by Robert Edward Auctions, the 1907 Wolverine News postcard stands as a standout piece among the array of vintage and modern sports memorabilia featured in the event.
Aside from the groundbreaking Ty Cobb postcard, the auction will showcase an assortment of high-grade classic cards and memorabilia to entice collectors:
– 1910 E103 Williams Caramel Ty Cobb graded PSA VG-EX 4.
– 1921 W516-2-1 #5 Ty Cobb graded PSA NM 7.
– 1948-1949 Leaf #8 Satchel Paige Rookie Short Print graded SGC GOOD.
For collectors of vintage cards, some notable highlights include:
– 1952 Topps #312 Jackie Robinson graded NM/MT 8.
– 1952 Topps #261 Willie Mays graded PSA 7.
– 1955 Topps #194 Willie Mays graded PSA NM-MT 8.
– 1959 Topps #514 Bob Gibson Rookie graded PSA NM-MT+ 8.5.
– 1950 Bowman #46 Yogi Berra graded PSA MINT 9.
The auction will also feature autographed gems, such as:
– Signed 1934 R320 Goudey #6 Dizzy Dean graded PSA GOOD 2 (MK) with a GEM MINT 10 signature.
– Signed 1968 Topps #280 Mickey Mantle graded PSA VG-EX+ 4.5 with a GEM MINT 10 signature.
– Autographed Willie Mays cards with PSA signature grades of 8 and 9.
For fans of the legendary Babe Ruth, vintage collectibles will be available, including a PSA/DNA Type 1 International Newsreel photo from circa 1921. This photo holds historical significance as it was used for the creation of the rare 1932 Ruth Sanella Margarine card. Moreover, a photo autographed by both Babe Ruth and his business agent, Christy Walsh, will also be up for auction, adding a unique touch to the event.
Don’t miss this opportunity to secure a piece of sporting history at the auction, where rare finds and iconic memorabilia await passionate collectors and enthusiasts of the game.
