(LOT 514)
c.1920s Ty Cobb PSA Type 1 Encapsulated International Photo – Measures Approx. 5" x 7"
CLASSIC TYRUS!!! The immortal Tyrus Raymond Cobb will forever be considered one of the greatest all-around players to ever grace a baseball diamond, and this imposing PSA encapsulated Type 1 Georgia Peach photo stands as one of the finest portrait images of the legendary batsman. Entering the 1920s, Cobb had already established himself as baseball's greatest hitter via his unprecedented 12 batting titles in an incredible 13-year span, including three .400+ seasons! No wonder the baseball writers selected Cobb as a near-unanimous 1936 charter member of the newly formed Baseball Hall of Fame, one of only five players to achieve Cooperstown charter member stature. Aside from the near-immaculate resolution and contrast, what makes this 5" x 7" photo extra special is the timeless portrait pose of the iconic Cobb as he reveals his typical stoic facial expression. The Detroit uniform and cap portray the classic oversized "D" and the relatively clean surface has eluded any obtrusive flaws over the past century. The blank back depicts a light pencil notation near the upper edge reading: "Baseball – Ty Cobb". A truly classic Georgia Peach offering, this first-generation rekindles memories of how the unparalleled Cobb wore out pitchers throughout his illustrious 24-year career!

MIN BID $500
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