Prepare for a riveting journey through the realm of sports memorabilia as Mile High Card Company unveils its spectacular auction lineup, headlined by the top-ranked PSA graded 1968 Topps Registry set. With over 2,000 lots up for grabs, this event promises an unparalleled opportunity for collectors to enhance their prized collections with rare and high-grade cards from various eras.
At the heart of the auction are the illustrious 1968 Topps cards, hailed as the crown jewels of the event. Collectors will have the chance to acquire singles from the #1 ranked Registry set, featuring PSA 10 copies of legendary players like Mickey Mantle, Johnny Bench (rookie), Hank Aaron, Roberto Clemente, Rod Carew, Pete Rose, and a PSA 9 Nolan Ryan rookie. These gems are sure to ignite fierce bidding wars among enthusiasts vying to add these iconic cards to their collections.
The auction also boasts a host of high-value items that have already stirred up early bidding frenzies. Notably, a 1997 Metal Universe Precious Metal Gems #23 Michael Jordan, one of only 90 red versions, has soared past the $100,000 mark, signaling the intense interest surrounding the auction.
For basketball aficionados, a standout piece awaits in the form of a PSA 8.5 Wilt Chamberlain 1961-62 Fleer rookie card, while hockey enthusiasts can set their sights on a 1966 Topps USA Test Bobby Orr rookie card graded PSA 8.5, a coveted treasure in the hobby’s realm.
Delving further into the treasure trove, collectors will uncover pre-war classics, including early Ty Cobb cards and gems like a 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 150/649 Christy Mathewson White Cap SGC 8 and a selection of 1933 Goudey Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig cards. Post-war highlights abound, with key lots featuring a 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle #311 SGC 4, 1948 and 1949 Bowman Jackie Robinson cards, and high-grade cards spanning the 1950s to the 1970s from luminaries like Johnny Bench, Pete Rose, and Mickey Mantle.
Beyond the world of baseball, the auction extends its reach to other sports and memorabilia with tantalizing offerings such as a 1957 Topps Bill Russell PSA 6.5, a Jim Brown 1964 Philadelphia #30 PSA 10, and a Wayne Gretzky 1979 O-Pee-Chee rookie PSA 8.5. Collectors will also find gems like a 2015-16 Exquisite Collection Connor McDavid Rookie Relics card, a 1910s American League “All-Star” Team photo, and unopened vintage card boxes waiting to be claimed.
The bidding excitement is already in full swing, with the auction live and set to culminate on April 13. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or a burgeoning enthusiast, this event offers a diverse array of sports cards, memorabilia items, and unopened product cases to cater to a wide spectrum of collecting interests. Dive into the world of sports collectibles and secure your piece of history at the Mile High Card Company auction.