Historical Hockey Memorabilia Auction Spring 2013
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 6/18/2013
Our consignor's formidable run of autographed important rookie cards continues with the always-in-demand Topps debut of Bobby Hull, the last card in the company's 66-card set of 1958-59. Centering often is an issue with this card, with this example close to being mis-cut, but with a thin white border down the right side. A nice thick blue sharpie autograph meanwhile graces the front, with hockey's most powerful, most feared left winger adding the "#16" he wore when he broke in with the Black Hawks in the fall of '57. Picturing the teenage Bobby with his blond locks and with a write-up on the back that reads in part "is blond husky of brilliant promise", the card appears crease-free, with light corner/edge wear, along with a small scrape and small light stain on the reverse. In our eyes, a beauty to hold and behold while contemplating Bobby's greatness.
Classic Auctions is pleased to offer an exceptional collection of autographed hockey rookie cards, all of which have been encapsulated by PSA and certified “Authentic.” An area of the hobby which has gone under-appreciated and which has tremendous growth potential is that of the signed rookie card, when one considers the comparatively miniscule amount of vintage rookie cards which feature autographs. Our consignor’s sensational stash includes a marvelous array of Hall-of-Famers and stars. The fact that the pictured players handled and autographed the cards is indeed intriguing and thought-provoking. Please note that the cards themselves are not PSA-graded and that we’ve done our best to give an accurate account of their condition, with however no returns accepted in regards to condition details, as understandably, minute grade-lowering flaws may not be visible through PSA holders. Good luck with this outstanding collection.
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