Memory Lane’s Premier Auction is making waves in the sports memorabilia world with its meticulously curated collection of 120 vintage sports cards. With a limited yet impressive selection, this auction is attracting aficionados who are eager to own a piece of history. The event, which runs until February 4th, is known for its high-grade offerings and features a catalog filled with historically significant and highly sought-after cards.
One of the crown jewels of the auction is the 1909 T204 Ramly Walter Johnson rookie card. This card, one of only two in NM/MT condition graded PSA 8, quickly garnered a six-figure bid. Equally captivating is the rare T206 Ty Cobb Portrait (Green) card, with only three copies graded PSA 7 in existence. Also featured is a highly rated PSA 6 Cobb ‘Bat Off Shoulder’ Old Mill back.
The pre-war era is well-represented in the auction with exceptional pieces like a PSA 7 graded T206 Cy Young card and the highest graded PSA 9 T206 Nap Lajoie (Throwing) card. A standout item is the 1952 Bowman Mickey Mantle card in PSA 9 grade, one of only 13 at this level, with two known to be graded even higher.
Mickey Mantle’s legacy continues with six additional cards from the 1950s, each graded either 8 or 9. Collectors will be delighted to find prized versions from the 1953 Topps and Bowman series.
Roberto Clemente’s cards dominate the auction from 1956 to 1973, particularly numerous Mint 9 graded ones. These cards outnumber those of other players, showcasing Clemente’s enduring popularity and significance in the world of baseball. Willie Mays also features prominently with exceptional pieces, such as a rare 1962 Topps card graded PSA 9 and a 1970 Topps card, one of only two graded PSA 10.
The auction includes four Jackie Robinson cards, highlighting PSA graded versions of his 1949 Bowman and 1952 Topps issues. Additionally, collectors can discover PSA 10 rookie cards of baseball legends George Brett and Rickey Henderson.
Football enthusiasts will not be disappointed, as the auction offers high-grade rookie cards of Frank Gifford, Johnny Unitas, and Joe Namath. Basketball collectors are also in for a treat with 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 is a unique opportunity for collectors to acquire a piece of sports history. Don’t miss out on this exceptional event, culminating on February 4th. To learn more and participate in the auction, visit Memory Lane’s website for more information.
