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1911 T3 Turkey Red #42 Cy Young Cabinets - Checklist Back PSA 5 EX
CY YOUNG!!!... Any pre-WWI card depicting the incomparable Cy Young has earned the utmost respect of advanced collectors, but his Turkey Red relic just might qualify as his most celebrated issue due to the brilliant aesthetics associated with his classic pitching pose. Cy Young's staggering 511 wins is a record that will unquestionably stand the test of time, justifying why the annual award for pitching excellence will eternally carry his hallowed name.

Likewise, this esoteric offering will forever stand as Young's most visually breathtaking cardboard artifact, and this T3 is certainly one of the finest one's known on the planet! Young's majestic "follow through" pitching pose is nothing short of spectacular, vividly registered and depicting a magnificent blend of vibrant grey, brown, orange, yellow and green hues that emanate a serene vintage luster. The image's revered magnificence literally transcends its audience through a century of time, placing them at the field as enthralled bystanders watch the incomparable Young toss another pitch by an overmatched batsmen.

Complimenting Young's unparalleled pose are four virtually flawless borders, fine edging and strong square corners. The superb verso is the final compliment for this breathtaking Cy Young T3 that is virtually synonymous with Cy's status as one of our National Pastime's "best of the rest" hurlers!

MIN BID $1,500