Wheatland Auctions, a prominent Pennsylvania-based auction house, has started off 2023 with a bang, presenting a remarkable collection of sports memorabilia. This exciting auction features nearly 500 lots, including a diverse range of vintage and modern cards, collectibles, and sealed high-end football products from Panini.
Central to this auction are twelve sealed cases of Panini’s high-end football products, which have captured the attention of modern sports card enthusiasts. These cases hold a variety of highly sought-after Panini editions such as the 2018 Prizm Hobby, 2020 Prizm Jumbo, 2021 Flawless, as well as multiple years of National Treasures, Contenders Optic, Immaculate, Select, and Panini One. Collectors in the modern football card collecting world will be delighted by the opportunity to acquire these coveted sealed cases.
Vintage and modern cards are also a significant highlight of this auction. One of the standout offerings is all four lower to mid-grade copies of the Babe Ruth cards from the iconic 1933 Goudey set. In addition, there is a highly graded 1922 E121 American Caramel Ruth card, further enhancing the appeal of this impressive collection. Fans of vintage baseball memorabilia will also be drawn to the 1933 and 1934 Lou Gehrig cards, showcasing the rich history of the sport.
Basketball enthusiasts will not be disappointed either, as this auction includes five Michael Jordan rookie cards and two Jordan rookie stickers. These items hold an undeniable significance in the world of basketball, given Jordan’s enduring legacy and impact on the sport.
Collectors can also find other notable cards, such as the SGC 10 1986-87 Fleer Isiah Thomas rookie card, rare 1926 W512 cards of Babe Ruth and Ty Cobb, as well as partial sets of 1933, 1934 Goudey, 1934-36 Batter Up, and 1934-36 Diamond Stars. Single Diamond Stars cards featuring legends like Mel Ott, Jimmie Foxx, Lefty Grove, and Hank Greenberg are also featured, showcasing the depth and variety of the collection.
The memorabilia section of the auction is equally impressive, with single signed baseballs from historic figures like Pie Traynor, Frankie Frisch, Willie Mays, and Thurman Munson (on a Little League ball). A rare 1917 World Series Game 2 ticket is another standout highlight, offering collectors a rare piece of baseball history.
Wheatland Auctions is renowned for its comprehensive offerings, particularly its complete and partial vintage sets and graded cards from the post-War era. This event continues that tradition, providing enthusiasts with a unique opportunity to acquire pieces from a crucial period in sports history.
The auction will run through Sunday, February 18, giving collectors and enthusiasts ample time to explore and potentially acquire a wide range of sports collectibles. Whether you’re interested in modern high-end football products, vintage baseball cards, or unique sports memorabilia, this auction offers a fantastic chance to own a piece of sports history. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to add to your collection.