(LOT 63)
1910 E98 "Black Swamp" Hippo Vaughn – Red Background (PSA NM/MT 8) – Only 1 Graded Higher!
Bested by only a single Black Swamp red background example, this sensational PSA 8 Hippo Vaughn offering reveals aesthetics synonymous with virtually any of the Mint 9 Black Swamp cards. Vaughn received his popular nickname due to his running gait, with the stellar southpaw notching 20 or more victories five different seasons. As a testament to his superb pitching prowess, the Chicago Cubs southpaw posted an incredible 2.49 lifetime E.R.A., and was bested 1-0 by the immortal Babe Ruth in the 1918 World Series opener.

After losing another well pitched 2-1 game, he did come back to post a 3-0 shutout win, finishing the series with a remarkable 1.00 E.R.A! Likewise, his representation on this irrefutable rarity portrays championship caliber as the standout left-hander completes one of his baffling pitches. Stellar resolution, a seemingly flawless bold red setting, virtually "dead-on" 50/50 centering and snow-white borders all substantiate the technical assessment that via this iconic Ohio attic find, simply defies "Father Time"!

MIN BID $300