1909-1911 T206 White Border Walter Johnson Portrait SGC EX+ 5.5

• Sold For: $6,600
• Year: 1909
• Auction: 2024 Fall
• Lot #: 5
• Auction Category: Featured

Class of 1936 Hall of Famer! Graded EX+ 5.5 by SGC. Stunning 1909-1911 T206 White Border Walter Johnson portrait. The capless ace of the Washington Senators has survived the past 125 years in inspiring condition by showcasing evenly touched corners, creamy edges and fine player/uniform accents. The Sweet Caporal 150 back is radiant and problem-free. Of the 186 of the player/pose/brand combination evaluated by SGC, this "Big Train" resides as 1 of 3 at the grading level with only 4 better! This century-old tobacco card comes from an SGC graded set "break" and was selected by our consignor with a discerning eye for centering and overall eye appeal. Opening Bid $1,500.