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1909 T206 Chief Bender "w/Trees in Background" – Carolina Brights (PSA 1)
Presented here is a PSA 1 T206 Chief Bender w/Trees subject carrying the scarce Carolina Brights cigarette advertisement. PSA's "Pop" chart lists only 7 such examples or a paltry 1.2% of the nearly 600 encapsulated examples! Author of over 200 victories and four single season E.R.A.'s less than 2.00, Bender was called upon "time after time" by Connie Mack to deliver a crucial World Series win. Overall, Bender did not disappoint his immortal manager, winning 6 World Series games in assisting the A's in winning three World Championships.

Likewise, this offering provides championship-like scarcity via its revered Carolina Brights ad-back. Several stray creases do surround the richly hued Bender pitching pose that has been set against a bold blue sky and robust green trees. Still exhibiting eye pleasing attributes, the most significant quality is the verso's Carolina Brights text that has remained intact, placing this card as a highly coveted tobacco gem among the most meticulous T206 collectors!

MIN BID $300
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