Robert Edward Auctions (REA) hit a home run in their recent February auction, showcasing a stunning array of vintage sports cards and memorabilia that caught the eye of collectors and enthusiasts worldwide. The star of the show was undoubtedly the PSA 5 graded M116 Sporting Life Honus Wagner card, which fetched a jaw-dropping $75,000, setting a new record for its version and shining a spotlight on the enduring allure of rare sports collectibles.
But the excitement didn’t stop there. Another standout piece was the Ty Cobb Blue Background card from the same M116 Sporting Life series, graded PSA GOOD 2, which made waves by selling for $15,000, a record for its condition. The auction drew in a crowd of registry builders and collectors, with a special highlight on the ten Mint 9 graded cards from the 196 Topps set. Among them, the #2 Roman Mejias PSA MINT 9 card stole the spotlight with a staggering auction high of $19,200, proving that value knows no bounds in the world of sports card collecting.
With a whopping 2,732 items up for grabs, the auction featured a diverse range of treasures, including the likes of a 1909-1911 T206 White Border Ty Cobb Portrait Red Background card graded PSA VG-EX 4, which sold for $21,000. The 1934 R320 Goudey #37 Lou Gehrig card in PSA EX-MT 6 condition garnered considerable attention with a final bid of $18,000. Not to be outdone, the 1986-1987 Fleer Basketball PSA NM-MT 8 Complete Set fetched an impressive $12,000, rounding out the list of top sellers.
REA’s President, Brian Dwyer, expressed his delight at the overwhelming response to the auction, highlighting the broad appeal of the offerings and the active participation from the collector community. Looking ahead, Dwyer teased the upcoming March and Spring Auctions, hinting at more thrilling opportunities for sports memorabilia aficionados.
The success of REA’s February auction not only reaffirms the enduring allure and value of vintage sports cards and memorabilia but also paves the way for future events that are sure to captivate collectors and enthusiasts alike. With the next Encore event set to kick off on March 14 and the highly anticipated Spring Catalog Auction launching on April 5, REA continues to cement its status as a powerhouse in the vibrant world of sports collectibles. So, mark your calendars and get ready for more record-breaking moments in the realm of sports card collecting!