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1910 E98 "Black Swamp" Cy Young – Red Background (PSA NM/MT 8
The iconic 2012 "Black Swamp" E98 find in an Ohio Attic stands as one of our illustrious hobby's most incredible cardboard discoveries, with this amazing Cy Young's PSA 8 red background example one of only eight specimens at this hallowed plateau with NONE graded higher! They named the annual pitching award after the great Cy Young, and this candy card of the legendary right hander, likewise, certainly merits some type of award for high-end cardboard status. Cy Young established the benchmark for all other pitchers to chase.

It is unfathomable to think about winning over 500 games in today's game that is now loaded with relief pitching specialists. To put in perspective, that would mean winning at least 25 games for 20 consecutive seasons! The iconic Hall of Famer is still considered by many as the greatest pitcher who ever toed the rubber and via his incredible 511 victories, this notion is arguably correct. The sheer immortality associated with the mere mention of his name inspires a myriad of collectors to collect his most eclectic cardboard relics, with this immaculate-like Black Swamp card one of his finest existing keepsakes.

The overall eye appeal of this Cy Young gem is consistent with the technical assessment, starting with the brilliant central image of Irv Young who was inadvertently placed on Cy Young's E98 subject. An extremely bold red background, dazzling white borders and flawless surfaces are additional compliments for this world-class offering that is only compromised by a modest "tilt" towards the upper right corner. One of Young's foremost cards, its "highest graded" stature is the perfect testament for a pitcher whose lifetime victories will forever stand at a pinnacle level!

MIN BID $2,000