A rarely-seen gem from baseball’s past is ready to dazzle collectors once again as the 1913 Voskamp’s Coffee Honus Wagner card steps into the spotlight. This sought-after card, exclusively circulated in Pittsburgh during the era of the legendary shortstop Honus Wagner, will headline a forthcoming sports memorabilia auction by Clean Sweep Auctions.
Considered a holy grail among sports card enthusiasts, this particular Wagner card hailing from the Voskamp’s Coffee set has become increasingly scarce over the years. Its appearance in the upcoming auction follows meticulous grading by the industry’s leading authorities—an event that has only occurred a handful of times in recent history. With PSA and SGC assessments highlighting its rarity and desirability, collectors are poised for an opportunity rarely presented in the market.
Complementing the spotlight on the Wagner card are an array of other treasured pieces that cater to a diverse range of collectors. Vintage baseball enthusiasts are in for a treat with offerings such as the 1887 N172 Old Judge cards featuring luminaries like Mike “King” Kelly and Harry Wright. Early career snapshots of baseball icons like Ty Cobb and Cy Young, immortalized in cards from the E102 and T206 series, add to the nostalgic charm of the auction.
For aficionados of pre-war memorabilia, the auction presents a delightful assortment of items, including the P2 Sweet Caporal pins capturing the essence of early 20th-century baseball collectibles and the elusive E103 Williams Caramel Ty Cobb card. The palpable excitement continues with graded gems such as the E101 Honus Wagner and the iconic 1933 Goudey Babe Ruth cards, both showcasing baseball royalty in their prime.
Autograph enthusiasts will find a treasure trove in the nearly complete autographed 1952 Bowman Baseball set, featuring signatures from legends like Mickey Mantle and Willie Mays. The basketball section shines with the presence of iconic Michael Jordan cards, while football devotees can revel in pristine Bart Starr cards spanning his illustrious career.
The memorabilia segment of the auction offers a glimpse into history with artifacts like the Walter Johnson single-signed baseball, a rare 1933 New York Yankees team-signed baseball with signatures from Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig, and a signed Roger Maris rookie card. Unique collectibles including vintage pennants, historic tickets and programs, boxing memorabilia, presidential autographs, and entertainment signatures add a touch of variety to this expansive collection.
Steve Verkman of Clean Sweep Auctions aptly describes the upcoming event as a blend of eclectic offerings catering to collectors of all interests. From the elusive 1913 Voskamp’s Coffee Honus Wagner card to an array of notable vintage sports memorabilia and autographed sets, this auction promises both rarity and diversity—a true celebration of the rich tapestry of sports history encapsulated in these timeless collectibles.