Get ready to dive headfirst into a pool of historic sports memorabilia because Weiss Auctions is going all out with their latest catalog lineup. This auction is a treasure trove for sports enthusiasts, with items that are sure to make collectors’ hearts skip a beat.
One of the standout pieces up for grabs is the only PSA-registered autographed 1952 Topps Roy Campanella card. Bids are already hitting close to $40,000 for this gem, making it a hot item for serious collectors. For fans of the iconic Babe Ruth, there are plenty of signed keepsakes to swoon over, including a 1946 minor league scorecard and a variety of personal photos and signatures that showcase the baseball legend in all his glory.
Jackie Robinson supporters won’t be disappointed either, with a signed index card from 1952 making an appearance in the catalog. And let’s not forget about the highly sought-after 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle card graded SGC 3. It’s a piece of baseball history that will surely spark a bidding war, along with nearly complete sets from 1952 that are missing just a few key cards.
But the offerings don’t stop there. The auction also features a complete run of Topps sets from 1956 through 1979, along with an impressive 1986-87 Fleer Basketball set. Known as “The Toledo Collection,” this set includes cards dating back to the ’40s and ’50s, featuring Jackie Robinson rookies and Leaf Ruth cards that will make any collector giddy with excitement.
For those who appreciate pre-War cards, there’s a special treat in store with Goudey and T206 Hall of Famers waiting to find new homes. Autograph aficionados will also find their fix with the likes of a 1937 Los Dragones team sheet signed by baseball legends such as Josh Gibson, Satchel Paige, and James “Cool Papa” Bell, among other rare autographed items and collections.
With over 400 lots in the catalog, the auction promises something for every kind of sports memorabilia collector. Online pre-bidding is already open, so interested bidders can start making their moves early. The grand finale will be a live webcast starting at 10 AM Eastern time on Wednesday, March 27. So mark your calendars and get ready to snag some of the most coveted sports collectibles around. Get your bidding paddles ready, it’s going to be a wild ride at Weiss Auctions’ Sports Memorabilia Extravaganza.