Mile High Card Company is back with a bang in 2024, launching their latest auction extravaganza featuring a plethora of sought-after sports cards and vintage memorabilia. With over 2,000 lots on offer, collectors are gearing up for a chance to snag some rare gems from the world of sports memorabilia.
One of the standout attractions of this auction is the premier 1968 Topps set, a top-ranked PSA graded Registry set that is bound to captivate collectors’ attention. This impressive set includes PSA 10 copies of legendary players such as Mickey Mantle, Johnny Bench in his rookie card glory, Hank Aaron, Roberto Clemente, Rod Carew, Pete Rose, and a pristine PSA 9 Nolan Ryan rookie card. Each card in this set is being sold individually, adding an extra layer of excitement for bidders.
The auction boasts a range of notable 1968 Topps cards, with high-grade singles from the #1 ranked Registry set stealing the spotlight. For collectors looking to elevate their PSA Set Registry collections with rare and high-grade cards, this event is a must-visit.
Early bidding frenzy has already propelled a 1997 Metal Universe Precious Metal Gems #23 Michael Jordan card, one of the coveted 90 red versions, to a staggering sum exceeding $100,000. This impressive sale highlights the strong interest and competitive spirit among collectors vying for these high-value items.
Basketball enthusiasts are in for a treat with a PSA 8.5 Wilt Chamberlain 1961-62 Fleer rookie card, while hockey fans can set their sights on a 1966 Topps USA Test Bobby Orr rookie card graded PSA 8.5, a true treasure in the hockey card realm.
For those with a penchant for pre-war classics, the auction offers a selection of early Ty Cobb cards and other gems from yesteryears. Highlights include a 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 150/649 Christy Mathewson White Cap SGC 8 and several 1933 Goudey Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig cards, appealing to collectors of vintage sports memorabilia.
Post-war treasures are also on the auction block, featuring key lots such as a 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle #311 SGC 4, 1948 and 1949 Bowman Jackie Robinson cards, and a series of high-grade cards spanning from Johnny Bench and Pete Rose to Mickey Mantle from the 1950s through the 1970s.
Beyond sports cards, the auction caters to a wider audience with items from football, hockey, and more. Notable pieces include a 1957 Topps Bill Russell PSA 6.5, a Jim Brown 1964 Philadelphia #30 PSA 10, and a Wayne Gretzky 1979 O-Pee-Chee rookie graded PSA 8.5. Collectors will also find intriguing memorabilia like a 1910s American League “All-Star” Team photo, a 2015-16 Exquisite Collection Connor McDavid Rookie Relics card, and unopened vintage card boxes waiting to be discovered.
Bidding is currently ongoing, with the auction set to conclude on April 13. Collectors worldwide are eagerly participating in this thrilling event, eyeing a chance to add rare and premium sports cards and memorabilia to their collections. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or a novice enthusiast, Mile High Card Company’s auction offers a diverse array of items to suit every taste and collecting interest.
