You couldn’t blame a novice collector for thinking every Honus Wagner card is out of reach. Anytime one of the few dozen T206s sells at auction, the headlines scream as the price soars into six or even seven figures. Yet one of baseball’s most famous faces has plenty of affordable, original cards you can own without seeing a loan officer. In no particular order, here are … [Read more...]
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Unique Portrait Photography Makes D381 a Popular Set
A quick glance at most early twentieth century sports cards will reveal an idealized look at baseball's early heroes. Whether it is a color lithograph, or a black and white studio portrait, careful attention is paid to capture these men at their best. They appear heroic, as if sculpted by the ancient Greeks, and represent a time before motion pictures when such images and … [Read more...]
