1909-1911 T206 White Border Walter Johnson Portrait SGC EX 5

Sold For:

$8,400

Year:

1909

Auction:

2019 Spring

Lot #:

281

Category:

Prewar Baseball - T Tobacco Cards

Graded EX 5 by SGC. Extremely attractive high-grade example of one of the hobby's most classic cards. T206 Walter Johnson portrait is one of the most famous of all vintage baseball cards. This card is widely recognized to be among Walter Johnson's most striking cards. In fact, the majestic portrait of Johnson on this card is considered by many advanced collectors to be the single best image of Walter Johnson to appear on any baseball card. The card is crisp and clean, with bold colors and a bright yellow background. It is well centered with four strong corners (slightly more in the lower right). The Piedmont 150 advertising on the back is boldly printed. This is an exceptional card in an extremely desirable grade, and would be a worthy addition to any T206, Walter Johnson, or classic Hall of Fame card collection. Reserve $1,000. Estimate $2,000+.