This spring, Huggins & Scott is set to unveil a spectacle for baseball aficionados with an auction brimming with legendary baseball cards and memorabilia. Among the over 1,600 lots up for grabs, stands the iconic T206 Sherry “Magie” error card, a gem revered among the elite ‘Big Four’ of the T206 series. The card owes its rare status to a misspelling of outfielder Sherry Magee’s name, a blunder swiftly corrected, contributing to its allure as a sought-after collectible. Standing shoulder to shoulder with T206 giants like Honus Wagner, Eddie Plank, and Doyle NY Nat’l, the Magie card is a beacon of nostalgia in the world of baseball memorabilia.
Adding to the auction’s charm are three recently unearthed 1910 Baltimore News Orioles cards, unveiling a valuable addition to the realm of baseball card collecting. These cards belong to a scarce schedule-card set predating the famous 1914 BN set boasting Babe Ruth’s rookie card, making them a coveted and rare discovery for enthusiasts and collectors alike.
Venturing into the pre-war treasures awaiting bidders, a 1934 World Wide Gum Babe Ruth (PSA 3) and Lou Gehrig (SGC 3) catch the eye alongside an 1887 N28 Allen & Ginter Mike “King” Kelly (SGC 6), an 1888 N28 Allen & Ginter John Montgomery Ward (PSA 6), and a 1917 E135 Collins-McCarthy Honus Wagner (PSA 4), embodying the rich history ingrained in each card.
In the post-war spotlight, collectors will find gems like a 1951 Bowman Mickey Mantle rookie card (PSA 3), a 1948-49 Leaf Jackie Robinson rookie (PSA 2), Hank Aaron’s 1954 Topps rookie (PSA 6) and 1955 Topps (PSA 8), a 1955 Topps Sandy Koufax (PSA 7), and a 1952 Topps Eddie Mathews rookie high number (PSA 4), offering a glimpse into the era of iconic players.
Moreover, a 1961 Topps set, with 524 autographed cards out of 572, is set to pique interest, alongside signed memorabilia from baseball legends such as Babe Ruth, Ty Cobb, and Roberto Clemente, providing a chance to own a piece of history.
With bidding already underway, collectors have until Thursday, April 4, with initial bids closing at 9 PM ET, to secure their piece of baseball history. The auction promises an exclusive opportunity to acquire rare and sought-after memorabilia that will appeal to even the most discerning collectors, making it an event not to be missed in the world of baseball memorabilia.
