Heritage Auctions is gearing up for an exciting Summer Sports Card Catalog Auction set to showcase a stunning collection of rare and highly sought-after baseball cards. Taking place on July 12-13, this event promises a treasure trove of sports memorabilia that will leave collectors and enthusiasts alike in awe.
Among the star attractions are some incredibly pristine cards, including a mint-condition 1952 Topps Jackie Robinson card, a gem-mint Michael Jordan Fleer rookie card, and a gem-mint chrome rookie card autographed by a young Bryce Harper. The auction will also feature sealed packs, boxes, and cases brimming with the potential for hidden treasures, offering a tantalizing opportunity for collectors to unearth rare finds.
Adding to the allure of this auction are signed Shohei Ohtani cards, best-of-the-best Ty Cobb tobacco cards, and a plethora of Hall of Fame treasures, including an iconic Babe Ruth “Called Shot” jersey that is sure to captivate bidders.
A particular highlight of this event is a collection of 1959 baseball cards that were once stapled to containers of Canadian cookies. These rare cards, with only 69 in the PSA population report, feature legendary players such as Mickey Mantle, Willie Mays, Hank Aaron, Stan Musial, and other baseball greats. The cards, previously linked to Dad’s Cookies, hold immense historical significance in the world of sports memorabilia.
The Dad’s Cookies cards were produced by Exhibits Supply Company, a Chicago-based company known for creating a variety of collectibles. These cards were used as promotional items by Dad’s Cookies in 1959, further enhancing their rarity due to the limited number of surviving examples. Joe Orlando, Heritage’s Executive Vice President in Sports, underlines the excitement surrounding these cards, stating that they represent a treasure trove waiting to be discovered by collectors.
In addition to the Dad’s Cookies collection, the auction will also feature two highly sought-after Ty Cobb T206 cards from the early 1900s. These include the El Principe de Gales Ty Cobb and the American Beauty Portrait-Red Cobb, both graded by PSA and regarded as prized possessions among T206 collectors.
Collectors can also look forward to sealed boxes and cases from various eras, offering the thrill of unraveling nostalgic treasures. Items like the 1970 Topps Baseball Wax Box and the 2015 Upper Deck Hockey Series 1 Hobby Unopened Case present a unique opportunity to uncover hidden gems from the past.
For those seeking modern treasures, the auction features items like the 2020 Panini Flawless Football Factory Sealed Case, promising the excitement of discovering rare cards such as rookie autographs or gem-mint patches. These boxes and cases add an element of mystery and excitement to the auction, enticing collectors to explore what awaits inside.
Heritage Auctions’ Summer Sports Card Catalog Auction is a not-to-be-missed event for sports memorabilia enthusiasts looking to acquire some of the rarest and most valuable cards in existence. With a mix of vintage classics and modern gems, this auction offers a diverse array of collectibles that are sure to appeal to a wide range of collectors and fans alike.