It's one of only three known to exist, which stands to reason when you realize it's nearly 160 years old. There's also a pretty good story behind the 1860 Brooklyn Atlantics CDV that sold for $180,000 late Thursday night through Heritage Auctions. It was nearly cast aside after a death in the family. You can read the story at … [Read more...] about Notes: Story Behind Great Great Grandpa’s Card; Signed NBA All-Star Jersey Auction; Kid Gives Milestone HR Back
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1860 Brooklyn Atlantics CDV Set for Auction
Photography was in its infancy. So, too, was a new sport called “Base Ball.” The Civil War would soon throw America into turmoil but in 1860, some young men in Brooklyn were enjoying the opportunity to spend an afternoon playing an organized form of what would become the national pastime. Now, a new discovery has brought a third copy of what amounts to … [Read more...] about 1860 Brooklyn Atlantics CDV Set for Auction
Family History: 1860 Brooklyn Atlantics CDV at Auction
One of the earliest known baseball cards, passed down in the family of player Archibald McMahon for more than 150 years, is on the auction block as part of Heritage Auctions’ Platinum Night Sports Auction, held in conjunction with the 2015 National Sports Collectors Convention in Chicago. Pre-sale estimates indicate the 1860 Brooklyn Atlantics CDV (carte de visite) could sell … [Read more...] about Family History: 1860 Brooklyn Atlantics CDV at Auction
Antique Picker Finds 1865 Brooklyn Atlantics CDV
One of two known 1865 Brooklyn Atlantics CDVs, discovered last year inside an old photo album in Maine, is heading to auction next month. The early baseball card showcases one of the first organized teams at the height of their fame. Saco River Auctions of Maine announced the find online in September and has since had the card authenticated by both Sportscard Guaranty and a … [Read more...] about Antique Picker Finds 1865 Brooklyn Atlantics CDV