1939 R334 Play Ball #92 Ted Williams Rookie SGC VG/EX+ 4.5

Sold For:

$4,920

Year:

1939

Auction:

2020 Fall

Lot #:

798

Category:

Prewar Baseball - 1930s and 1940s Cards

Graded VG/EX+ 4.5 by SGC (submitted by REA). Very attractive mid-grade example of Hall of Famer Ted Williams from the 1939 Play Ball set. The 1939 Play Ball Ted Williams rookie has always been recognized as one of vintage-card collecting's great classics. Crisp and clean, with even wear on the corners, and centering slightly to the right. Clean reverse. It is fascinating to note that the text on the back of this rookie card reports that "Ted Williams, one of the youngest players in baseball, has a great future according to experts." This classic rookie card is one of the key cards from the 1939 Play Ball set and one of the most popular cards of the era. Reserve $1,000. Estimate $2,000+.