Spring 2020 - Item detail

1939 R334 Play Ball #92 Ted Williams Rookie PSA VG-EX+ 4.5

Sold For:
$3,600
Year:
1939
Auction:
2020 Spring
Lot #:
852
Category:
Prewar Baseball - 1930s and 1940s Cards
Graded VG-EX+ 4.5 by PSA. 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 light, even wear on the corners, and outstanding centering. 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+.