Memory Lane’s Premier Auction is a highly anticipated event for sports card collectors, offering a carefully selected collection of 120 vintage sports cards. Running until February 4th, this auction features a catalog filled with limited yet impressive cards that are sure to captivate aficionados.
One of the crown jewels of the auction is the 1909 T204 Ramly Walter Johnson rookie card. This card, graded PSA 8 in NM/MT condition, is one of only two known to exist at this high grade. It has already garnered significant attention with a six-figure bid. Equally as captivating is the rare T206 Ty Cobb Portrait (Green) card, of which only three copies exist and are graded PSA 7. Additionally, a highly rated PSA 6 Cobb ‘Bat Off Shoulder’ Old Mill back card adds to the allure of this collection.
The auction also showcases exceptional pre-war era cards, such as a PSA 7 graded T206 Cy Young card and the highest graded PSA 9 T206 Nap Lajoie (Throwing) card. Another standout item in the auction is the 1952 Bowman Mickey Mantle card, graded PSA 9. With only 13 cards known to be at this level, and two known to be higher graded, it is a highly sought-after piece.
Mickey Mantle’s legacy continues to shine through in the auction with six additional cards from the 1950s, each graded either 8 or 9. These include prized versions from the 1953 Topps and Bowman series, further enhancing the appeal of this collection.
Roberto Clemente’s cards from 1956 to 1973 dominate the auction, with numerous Mint 9 graded cards available. They outnumber cards of other players and provide a unique opportunity for collectors to add to their Clemente collections. Willie Mays also features prominently, with exceptional pieces such as a rare 1962 Topps card graded PSA 9, as well as a 1970 Topps card that is one of only two graded PSA 10.
In addition to baseball cards, the auction caters to football and basketball enthusiasts. High-grade rookie cards of Frank Gifford, Johnny Unitas, and Joe Namath offer football collectors a chance to add to their collections. Basketball collectors can find rookie cards of Bill Russell (PSA 7), Wilt Chamberlain (PSA 8), Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (PSA 8), Larry Bird/Magic Johnson (PSA 9), and Michael Jordan (PSA 8).
Memory Lane’s Premier Auction presents a unique opportunity for collectors to acquire a piece of sports history. Whether you are a fan of baseball, football, or basketball, this auction offers something for everyone. Don’t miss out on the chance to bid on these rare and historically significant cards. Visit Memory Lane’s website for more information on this exclusive auction, which culminates on February 4th.