(LOT 21)
1911 M116 Sporting Life Walter Johnson (PSA 8 NM/MT)
One of the M116 Sporting Life's majestic subjects is the immortal Walter Johnson; presented here in a spectacular PSA 8 holder. Currently, it stands as one of only 7 subjects at this plateau with a paltry 4 PSA specimens graded higher! Any century+ old card of the iconic "Big Train" is worthy of high recognition, let alone one that stands as one of the higher graded examples. The mere mention of Johnson's hallowed name can make even the most novice collector "skip a beat", and why not? Johnson's arguable status as baseball greatest pitcher ever is easily supported by his astonishing 417 lifetime wins, microscopic like 2.17 E.R.A. and possibly his greatest record of all, 110 shutouts including an amazing thirty-eight 1-0 victories!

This ultra-impressive M116 offering is a perfect testament to his eternal legacy commencing with the classic Carl Horner portrait image that is relatively well centered with only a modest partiality towards the right edge. An incredible array of pastel like colors including the facial robust pinkish hues emanate from Johnson's hallowed illustration, no surface flaws are evident, and the borders are blinding white. Pinpoint corners, fine edging and a super clean bold midnight blue Sporting News advertisement complete this 105-year old marvel that miraculously has retained virtually all of the technical attributes consistent with any pristine example!

MIN BID $1,500

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