Mile High Card Company has kicked off 2024 with a bang, presenting collectors with a remarkable showcase of over 2,000 lots in their latest auction. The crown jewel of this event is the top-ranked PSA graded 1968 Topps Registry set, a collection that includes some of the most sought-after cards in the hobby. Each card from this prestigious set is being auctioned off individually, giving collectors a chance to own a piece of cardboard history.
The 1968 Topps set boasts an impressive lineup of PSA 10 copies of legendary players like Mickey Mantle, Johnny Bench (rookie), Hank Aaron, Roberto Clemente, Rod Carew, Pete Rose, and a PSA 9 Nolan Ryan rookie. These high-grade singles are a dream come true for collectors looking to elevate their PSA Set Registry collections with rare and pristine cards that are sure to turn heads.
As the auction unfolds, early bidding wars have already driven up the price of some standout items. A prime example is the 1997 Metal Universe Precious Metal Gems #23 Michael Jordan card, one of only 90 red versions ever produced, which has soared past the $100,000 mark, indicating the intense interest and competition among bidders.
Basketball enthusiasts will find a gem in the form of a PSA 8.5 Wilt Chamberlain 1961-62 Fleer rookie card, while hockey fans can set their sights on a 1966 Topps USA Test Bobby Orr rookie card graded PSA 8.5, a coveted piece for any serious collector of hockey memorabilia.
For those with a penchant for the classics, the auction includes a selection of pre-war treasures, such as early Ty Cobb cards and gems like a 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 150/649 Christy Mathewson White Cap SGC 8 and multiple 1933 Goudey Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig cards that harken back to the golden age of the sport.
Moving into the post-war era, key highlights include a 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle #311 SGC 4, 1948 and 1949 Bowman Jackie Robinson cards, and a series of high-grade cards featuring legends like Johnny Bench, Pete Rose, and Mickey Mantle from the 1950s through the 1970s, each a valuable addition to any serious collector’s stash.
But the auction doesn’t stop there – it also offers a diverse array of sports memorabilia from football, hockey, and more. Highlights include a 1957 Topps Bill Russell PSA 6.5, a Jim Brown 1964 Philadelphia #30 PSA 10, a Wayne Gretzky 1979 O-Pee-Chee rookie graded PSA 8.5, a 2015-16 Exquisite Collection Connor McDavid Rookie Relics card, a vintage 1910s American League “All-Star” Team photo, and even unopened vintage card boxes waiting to be discovered.
Interested collectors can partake in the excitement of this auction, as bidding is currently live and set to conclude on April 13th. With a wide variety of high-end sports cards, vintage memorabilia, and unopened product cases up for grabs, this event promises something for every type of collector, whether you’re a seasoned aficionado or just starting to dip your toes into the world of card collecting.
