Robert Edward Auctions’ recent March Encore sale was nothing short of extraordinary, as the vintage card market witnessed a whirlwind of record-breaking sales. The auction, which took place online, redefined the bar for collectible cards, showcasing the rarest and most sought-after pieces in the industry.
One of the standout moments of the auction was the jaw-dropping sale of a 1933 V353 World Wide Gum Canadian Goudey #80 Babe Ruth card, graded PSA EX-NM 6, which fetched an impressive $32,400. This sale not only set a new benchmark for Babe Ruth cards but also underscored the growing demand for top-tier vintage sports memorabilia.
Not to be outdone, a 1911 E94 George Close Candy Ty Cobb, graded SGC POOR 1, and a 1909-1911 T206 White Border Ty Cobb Bat Off Shoulder, graded PSA EX 5 with a Tolstoi Back, also made waves by selling for $28,000 and $27,600, respectively. These sales marked new records for these iconic cards, solidifying their status as must-have items for serious collectors.
In total, the auction featured an impressive array of more than 3,300 lots, attracting nearly 66,000 bids and generating over $1.3 million in sales. The sheer volume of high-quality items available at the auction drew collectors from far and wide, creating a bidding frenzy that drove prices to unprecedented heights.
Some of the other notable sales included a 1976 Topps #500 Reggie Jackson, graded PSA GEM MINT 10, which sold for a remarkable $30,000. Additionally, a 1980-1981 Topps Basketball Larry Bird/Magic Johnson Rookie, graded PSA MINT 9, commanded a price of $25,200, while a 1948-1949 Leaf #79 Jackie Robinson Rookie, graded PSA VG+ 3.5, fetched $23,400.
Standout items such as a 1911 M110 Sporting Life Cabinet Honus Wagner, graded PSA GOOD 2 (MK), and a 1951 Bowman #253 Mickey Mantle Rookie, graded SGC GOOD+ 2.5, each fetched $14,400, further solidifying their status as prized possessions in the collecting world.
The auction also featured some rare and unique pieces that captured the attention of bidders, including an Extremely Rare 1921 Schapira Bros. Candy Babe Ruth box part, which sold for $10,800, and an 1888 N28 Allen & Ginter John Clarkson, graded PSA EX-MT 6, which fetched $8,100, setting new records in their respective categories.
Additional records were set by a Billy Southworth Single-Signed Baseball, a 1909-1911 T206 White Border Cy Young Portrait, graded PSA POOR 1 (Brown Hindu Back), selling for $7,500, and a 1934 R320 Goudey #37 Lou Gehrig, graded SGC GOOD+ 2.5, which sold for $5,280.
Brian Dwyer, the President of Robert Edward Auctions, expressed his excitement at the resounding success of the March sale, citing it as a testament to the strength and resilience of the vintage card market. The remarkable results of the auction have set an optimistic tone for the upcoming Spring Catalog Auction, promising even more exhilarating opportunities for collectors to acquire rare and coveted pieces.
In conclusion, ROA’s March auction was a resounding success, setting new records and solidifying the vintage card market’s position as a thriving and dynamic industry. With each sale, collectors and enthusiasts alike are reminded of the enduring appeal and value of these timeless pieces of sports history.
