Lot # 98: 1909 T206 Willie Keeler “w/Bat” – Sweet Caporal 350 Subjects/Factory 25 (PSA NM/MT 8) - “1 of 2 Sweet Caps; Only 1 PSA Listed Sweet Cap Graded Higher!”

Category: 1900-1920

Starting Bid: $1,750.00

Bids: 11 (Bid History)

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Item was in Auction "Sizzling Summer Rarities Auction 2019",
which ran from 7/24/2019 11:00 AM to
8/10/2019 7:00 PM




(LOT 98)
1909 T206 Willie Keeler "w/Bat" – Sweet Caporal 350 Subjects/Factory 25 (PSA NM/MT 8) - "1 of 2 Sweet Caps; Only 1 PSA Listed Sweet Cap Graded Higher!"

Legendary Hall of Famer Wee Willie Keeler coined the phrase "hit 'em where they ain't", and ironically, his breathtaking PSA 8 "Bat on Shoulder" gem presented here "ain't" often found. Indeed, this spectacular cardboard gem currently stands as one of only two PSA 8 Sweet Caporals with a sole PSA listed Sweet Cap example graded higher! Author of nearly 3,000 lifetime hits and a .343 lifetime batting average, Keeler's statistics are synonymous with his famous "hit 'em where they ain't" and "keep your eye on the ball" quotes. He is one of the few great ballplayers that enjoyed Cooperstown worthy statistics in both the 19th and 20th centuries and his cardboard artifacts are highly sought after by advanced collectors. This exalted Keller batting pose has passed through a century of time with its sheer brilliance and pristine contrast as impeccable as the day it was first removed from a Piedmont Cigarettes pack.

In fact, the world-class illustration actually emanates a "3-D-like" depth via its near-perfect "blue sky/green grass" setting that serves as the epitome of our National Pastime. Further elevating this magnificent tobacco specimen to its revered state are the blizzard snow-white borders and fine centering that only exhibits an ever so slight favoritism towards the upper right edges. Blistering sharp corner tips and a gleaming surface are additional superlatives supporting the absolutely sparkling aesthetics radiating from this stunning keepsake. Keeler spent his entire career stroking baseballs all over the playing field, literally utilizing a "godly-like touch" to place his hits in unoccupied areas. With that in mind, now is your golden opportunity to emulate "Wee Willie" himself by placing the final bid on this extraordinary cardboard keepsake!

MIN BID $1,750
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