Memory Lane’s Premier Auction is making waves in the world of sports card collecting, offering a carefully curated selection of 120 vintage cards that have caught the attention of aficionados. Running until February 4th, this auction stands out for its limited yet impressive lineup of historically significant and highly sought-after cards.
One of the crown jewels of this auction is the 1909 T204 Ramly Walter Johnson rookie card. Graded PSA 8, one of only two in NM/MT condition, this card has already attracted six-figure bids. Equally captivating is the T206 Ty Cobb Portrait (Green) card, which boasts a mere three copies graded PSA 7. Not to be outdone, there is also a highly rated PSA 6 Cobb ‘Bat Off Shoulder’ Old Mill back card up for grabs.
The pre-war era is well-represented in this auction with exceptional pieces like the PSA 7 graded T206 Cy Young card and the highest graded PSA 9 T206 Nap Lajoie (Throwing) card. Among the standout items is the 1952 Bowman Mickey Mantle card, graded PSA 9. With only 13 cards at this level known to exist, and with two known to be higher graded, this Mantle card is a rare find.
Mickey Mantle’s legacy continues in the auction with six additional cards from the 1950s, each graded either 8 or 9. Collectors will be thrilled to discover prized versions from the 1953 Topps and Bowman series that showcase Mantle’s talent and charisma.
Roberto Clemente’s cards from 1956 to 1973 dominate the auction, particularly the numerous Mint 9 graded ones. Clemente’s cards outnumber those of other players, cementing his status as a highly sought-after collectible. Willie Mays also takes the spotlight with exceptional pieces, including a rare 1962 Topps card graded PSA 9 and a 1970 Topps card, one of only two graded PSA 10.
Not to be forgotten, the auction includes four Jackie Robinson cards. Among them, collectors will find PSA graded versions of his 1949 Bowman and 1952 Topps issues. Additionally, PSA 10 rookie cards of baseball greats George Brett and Rickey Henderson are also up for bid.
For football enthusiasts, the auction offers high-grade rookie cards of Frank Gifford, Johnny Unitas, and Joe Namath. Basketball collectors will be delighted to find rookie cards of legends such as Bill Russell (PSA 7), Wilt Chamberlain (PSA 8), Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (PSA 8), and a highly coveted Larry Bird/Magic Johnson rookie card (PSA 9). Michael Jordan’s rookie card, graded PSA 8, completes the impressive lineup of basketball legends.
Memory Lane’s Premier Auction presents a unique opportunity for collectors to acquire a piece of sports history. With a carefully curated collection of rare and high-grade sports cards, this event is not to be missed. Interested bidders can find more information about the auction and its end date on Memory Lane’s website.
So, whether you’re a fan of baseball, football, or basketball, this auction has something for everyone. Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of sporting greatness and join the ranks of passionate collectors around the world.
