Heritage Auctions is gearing up to showcase a spectacular array of rare and highly sought-after baseball cards in their upcoming Summer Sports Card Catalog Auction taking place on July 12-13. This eagerly anticipated event promises to dazzle collectors with a diverse selection of treasures that includes a mint-condition 1952 Topps Jackie Robinson card, a gem-mint Michael Jordan Fleer rookie card, and a gem-mint chrome rookie card signed by a young Bryce Harper.
Beyond these standout pieces, the auction will feature sealed packs, boxes, and cases that hold the potential for uncovering hidden gems, adding an element of excitement and anticipation to the event. With signed Shohei Ohtani cards and top-notch Ty Cobb tobacco cards also up for grabs, this auction is sure to capture the attention of sports memorabilia enthusiasts.
A particular highlight of the auction is a collection of rare 1959 baseball cards that were once stapled to containers of Canadian cookies. With only 69 such cards listed in PSA’s population report, the 37 cards available in this event are a true rarity. Featuring baseball legends like Mickey Mantle, Willie Mays, and Hank Aaron, these cards offer a glimpse into a bygone era of the sport.
One of the most intriguing aspects of this collection is its origin tied to Dad’s Cookies, a lesser-known but significant player in the world of sports memorabilia. These cards, produced by Exhibits Supply Company, were used as promotional items by Dad’s Cookies in 1959, adding an extra layer of historical charm to the auction. The cards’ scarcity is attributed to their unique distribution method and the limited number of surviving examples, making them highly coveted by collectors.
Additionally, the auction will showcase two highly sought-after Ty Cobb T206 cards from the early 1900s. The El Principe de Gales Ty Cobb, graded PSA NM 7, stands out for its rarity, with only one known example featuring the El Principe de Gales advertisement on the back. Meanwhile, the American Beauty Portrait-Red Cobb, graded PSA EX-MT 6, represents the highest-graded example of its kind, further adding to its allure among collectors.
In addition to these classic pieces, collectors will have the opportunity to explore sealed boxes and cases that hold a sense of nostalgia and the promise of discovering hidden treasures. Items like the 1970 Topps Baseball Wax Box and newer offerings such as the 2015 Upper Deck Hockey Series 1 Hobby Unopened Case and the 2020 Panini Flawless Football Factory Sealed Case offer the excitement of uncovering rare and valuable cards, creating a thrill for enthusiasts who enjoy the element of surprise in their collecting endeavors.
As Heritage Auctions prepares for its Summer Sports Card Catalog Auction, the stage is set for a truly unforgettable event for sports memorabilia enthusiasts. With a wide range of rare and valuable cards on offer, as well as hidden treasures waiting to be discovered, this auction promises an unparalleled opportunity to acquire pieces of sporting history that are sure to leave collectors feeling exhilarated and fulfilled.
