1911 T205 Gold Border -HoF Eddie Collins (Closed Mouth) -Honest Long Cut -PSA 4

Description: 1911 T205 Gold Border -HoF Eddie Collins (Closed Mouth) -Honest Long Cut -PSA 4 On the Player- Edward Trowbridge “Eddie” Collins was a standout second baseman who played for the Philadelphia Athletics (1906–1914; 1927–1930) and the Chicago White Sox (1915–1926). According to the win shares statistical system developed by baseball historian Bill James, Collins is regarded as the greatest second baseman in history. A Columbia University alumnus, Collins set numerous major league career records and ranks among the top players in several categories. With a career WAR of an impressive 124.2 and a slash line of .333/.424/.429, he is ranked #13 all-time in WAR, just behind Roger Hornsby and ahead of Ted Williams—truly elite company. On the Set - 1911 T205 Gold Border. In 1911, the American Tobacco Company made a notable update to its highly popular T206 "White Border" baseball insert cards by introducing the T205 "Gold Border" set. Similar to the T206 series, these T205 cards were distributed within cigarette packs. The T205 collection comprised 209 distinct cards, featuring 199 players, each with dimensions of 1-7/16" by 2-5/8". Unlike the T206 cards, the T205 series replaced colorized, photo-based player likenesses with player illustrations. Notably, the depictions of National League and American League players showcased various style elements. Apart from Major League Baseball players, the T205 set also included 12 minor league players, constituting a relatively rare subset.

Price: 750 USD

Location: Jonesboro, Arkansas

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