Baseball's first Hall of Fame class is unrivaled and the first induction included only five players. However, the players that were inducted were Babe Ruth, Ty Cobb, Walter Johnson, Honus Wagner, and Christy Mathewson, making for as star studded a group to be found. Several other years have also had loaded rosters but none will ever top baseball's inaugural class. Prices for … [Read more...] about Prices for Cards of Baseball’s First Hall of Famers Have Soared
Ty Cobb
Previously Unknown 1916 Tango Eggs Ty Cobb Heading to Auction
Flip through any auction catalog these days, and you’ll notice no shortage of 1910-era Ty Cobb cards available for sale at any given time, but one card hitting the block later this month is sure to garner some extra special attention. The story behind it will also answer a question that has been stumping collectors for nearly 30 years while also pouring some fuel on the fire … [Read more...] about Previously Unknown 1916 Tango Eggs Ty Cobb Heading to Auction
Famous Ty Cobb Type 1 Photo Sells for Record $250,000
An original photo showing Detroit Tigers Hall of Famer Ty Cobb sliding into third base has sold for $250,000, a record price for a Type 1 photograph. The aged, circa 1910, 8” x 10” image, taken by renowned sports photographer Charles Conlon, shows Cobb sliding hard into New York Highlanders’ third baseman Jimmy Austin for a stolen base during a game at New York’s Hilltop … [Read more...] about Famous Ty Cobb Type 1 Photo Sells for Record $250,000
Ty Cobb Museum Issues Special Cards
The Ty Cobb Museum’s special baseball cards have been a hit with patrons and collectors and the 2019 edition has been released. The cards are issued each year as a fundraiser for the museum. This year’s edition was unveiled at the museum in Cobb's hometown of Royston, GA last Saturday. Hank Aaron Jr. was on hand for the event. Cards are still available … [Read more...] about Ty Cobb Museum Issues Special Cards
Rare Cards, Black Sox Era Joe Jackson News Photo Headline LOTG Auction
A Type 1 Joe Jackson photo dating to the Black Sox scandal headlines the new Love of the Game Auctions Spring catalog, which is slated to run through April 13. Taken in 1919, the 5x7 photo shows unmistakable signs of having been used in newspaper coverage of the indictments of the players the following season. The indictments were handed down on September 28, 1920 and … [Read more...] about Rare Cards, Black Sox Era Joe Jackson News Photo Headline LOTG Auction
New Home Planned for Ty Cobb Museum
The Ty Cobb Museum, located in the Hall of Famer’s hometown of Royston, GA, is getting a new home. Plans have been announced for a new development in the area that will house a new museum that will include more artifacts from his career and exhibits aimed at helping tell his story. A baseball-themed restaurant and meeting room are part of the new … [Read more...] about New Home Planned for Ty Cobb Museum
The Wayback Collector: Babe Ruth Collectibles Leading the Way in REA Fall Auction
Babe Ruth always has a prominent role in sports memorabilia auctions and this year's fall REA auction is no exception. The auction is in its final week of bidding and, as it stands right now, the Hall of Fame slugger currently occupies five of the top ten spots. You can expect that to probably continue through this weekend as bidding heats up. Now, he isn't No. 1. That … [Read more...] about The Wayback Collector: Babe Ruth Collectibles Leading the Way in REA Fall Auction
The Wayback Collector: Pre-War Collectibles a Sizable Chunk of Sports Memorabilia Market
The Wayback Collector is a weekly look at important news in the hobby as it relates to pre-war and vintage collectibles. This week's topic takes a look at their place in the market with regard to recent news. In case you missed it, a recent study estimated that the sports memorabilia market conservatively consisted of approximately $5.4 billion. That study, performed by Dave … [Read more...] about The Wayback Collector: Pre-War Collectibles a Sizable Chunk of Sports Memorabilia Market
5 Collectible Combinations from the T202 Hassan Triple Folders Set
The 1912 T202 Hassan Triple Folders set is a unique pre-war issue. The cards featured three separate panels with two color cards on the ends and a black and white action shot in the middle. Many believe they're among the most beautiful baseball card sets of all-time. The cards on the end are usually of the most interest. They are sometimes collected … [Read more...] about 5 Collectible Combinations from the T202 Hassan Triple Folders Set
Ty Cobb’s Earliest Baseball Cards Were Atypical
For many, collecting rookie cards of star players is a focal point. But sometimes, finding a player's first true issue can be a bit difficult depending on how you define 'card.' That goes for players like the great Ty Cobb. Cobb has several early issues that collectors may or may not call true rookie cards. Here's a look at his earliest cards. 1907 W600 Sporting Life Dated to … [Read more...] about Ty Cobb’s Earliest Baseball Cards Were Atypical