Huggins & Scott, a hub for baseball memorabilia enthusiasts, has unveiled a remarkable assembly of over 1,600 lots in their latest auction. The highlight of this breathtaking assortment is the revered T206 Sherry “Magie” error card, one of the prized ‘Big Four’ from the iconic T206 series. The card’s fame stems from a rare misspelling of outfielder Sherry Magee’s name, swiftly corrected, leaving the error cards in high demand among collectors. Alongside stalwarts like Honus Wagner, Eddie Plank, and Doyle NY Nat’l, the Magie card stands as an elite piece in the baseball card collecting realm.
Adding to the buzz of this auction are three hidden gems – the 1910 Baltimore News Orioles cards. Part of a scarce schedule-card set predating the well-known 1914 BN release featuring Babe Ruth’s rookie card, these cards mark a significant find in the world of baseball card collecting. Discovering such relics delights both seasoned collectors and newcomers to the hobby, offering a glimpse of baseball’s storied past.
The array of pre-war wonders in this auction includes sought-after cards like a 1934 World Wide Gum Babe Ruth (PSA 3) and Lou Gehrig (SGC 3), an 1887 N28 Allen & Ginter Mike “King” Kelly (SGC 6), an 1888 N28 Allen & Ginter John Montgomery Ward (PSA 6), and a 1917 E135 Collins-McCarthy Honus Wagner (PSA 4). These pieces of baseball history carry the weight of time, adding a historical depth to any collection they join.
For post-war enthusiasts, the auction showcases iconic cards such as a 1951 Bowman Mickey Mantle rookie card (PSA 3), a 1948-49 Leaf Jackie Robinson rookie (PSA 2), Hank Aaron’s 1954 Topps rookie (PSA 6) and 1955 Topps (PSA 8), a 1955 Topps Sandy Koufax (PSA 7), and a 1952 Topps Eddie Mathews rookie high number (PSA 4). Additionally, a 1961 Topps set with 524 autographed cards out of 572, along with signed memorabilia from legends like Babe Ruth, Ty Cobb, and Roberto Clemente, offer a chance to own a piece of baseball history with a personal touch.
The opportunity to bid on these extraordinary collections is open, with the auction running until Thursday, April 4, and initial bids closing at 9 PM ET. This auction serves as a gateway to owning a slice of baseball’s rich history, catering to the refined tastes of discerning collectors seeking rarities and memorabilia that speak to the sport’s enduring legacy. Dive into this treasure trove of baseball memorabilia and secure your piece of the game’s past and present.
