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the 'stache

10-31-2013, 10:35 PM

The kids have gone to bed, the Halloween costumes have been put away for another year, and whatever candy remains will be gone by tomorrow.

I still have a sweet tooth, however. And this particular sweet tooth can only be satiated by some E145 Cracker Jack cards. So, let's see your best cards from the 1914 and 1915 sets!!

DeanH3

10-31-2013, 10:41 PM

I only have 1. Definitely one of my favorite WaJo poses.

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m52/DHack3/BB%20Cards/15CJJohnsonSGC3_zps6f58cb1e.jpg

itjclarke

10-31-2013, 10:58 PM

I'm a sweet tooth as well, and I have about 2.5 extra bags of fun size Snickers/Milky Ways/Butterfingers to feed this beast.

Here are my few CJs...

rainier2004

11-01-2013, 05:44 AM

Now this is my kinda thread!

tiger8mush

11-01-2013, 05:45 AM

a few with some caramel staining so you know they came out of the CJ box!

rainier2004

11-01-2013, 05:46 AM

Ian - that a beauty of an Alexander!

Dean - WaJo looks awfully nice for a 3, whats that back look like?

leaflover

11-01-2013, 06:03 AM

My only two. Herzog and Schulte

the 'stache

11-01-2013, 06:06 AM

Great cards, everybody!

Dean, that Johnson is beautiful. I grew up reading about the Big Train, and the first pre-war Hall of Fame card I bought was his T206 port. I've mulled over collecting a pre-war Hall of Famer as a side project, and I have it narrowed down to three players: Johnson, Eddie Collins and Hughie Jennings. I played second base as a kid, and love think Collins was one of the greatest to ever play the position. Plus, he's in each of "the big three", the T206, Cracker Jack, and Goudey. Jennings intrigues me, and I identify with his enthusiasm. Every time I see a picture of him, or a card with his hands in the air, I want to buy it!

Ian, it's almost scary how similar our tastes in cards are. That Alexander, for one, is incredible. I love the diversity in your collection. Willie, the T202s, your CJs...that is exactly what I plan on doing with my own collection, though it might take me a while to build it. Thankfully, I know you will be able to enjoy watching me build it from the ground up ;)

Steven and Rob...just wow. I've been accused of waxing a bit too enthusiastically before, but when I see cards like these, how can I as a collector not absolutely vibrate with glee? Those are incredible.

I spent about four hours last night reading everything I could find about the E145-1 and 2, from blog posts on Dean's Cards, to the PSA card fact site, and everything in between. It's amazing to me how few of these cards there really are if one believes the numbers that were supposedly printed. Certainly it seems more of the white border cards survived.

It seems we have no shortage of collectors, however. I look forward to seeing everybody else chime in with their own treasures.

Thanks for sharing, guys!

Edit: Mike, your "only two" have incredible eye appeal. Knowing what I do now about the '14s, it's hard to believe any cards have survived this long in that kind of condition.

rainier2004

11-01-2013, 06:18 AM

Edit: Mike, your "only two" have incredible eye appeal. Knowing what I do now about the '14s, it's hard to believe any cards have survived this long in that kind of condition.

Check this out Bill, nicest CJ Jackson in existence...

http://sgccardregistry.com/set.aspx?cat=1&set=144&userset=804

the 'stache

11-01-2013, 06:43 AM

A 98 1914? Wow. Look at the registry weight on that sucker. 15

To be honest, Steven, I'm shocked that some of these cards even exist in that high of a grade range.

scooter729

11-01-2013, 06:47 AM

A few of mine to share....

LKeeler

11-01-2013, 06:49 AM

Here's my small stash.

3-2-count

11-01-2013, 07:18 AM

One of the prettiest sets ever produced.

http://photos.imageevent.com/ltsgallery/threetwocount/websize/14cjcicottefront.jpg http://photos.imageevent.com/ltsgallery/threetwocount/websize/14cjwoodfront.jpg
http://photos.imageevent.com/ltsgallery/threetwocount/websize/14cjtinkerfront.jpg http://photos.imageevent.com/ltsgallery/threetwocount/websize/14cjeversfront.jpg
http://photos.imageevent.com/ltsgallery/threetwocount/websize/14cjwheatfront.jpg http://photos.imageevent.com/ltsgallery/threetwocount/websize/14cjcollinsfront.jpg
http://photos.imageevent.com/ltsgallery/threetwocount/websize/14johnsonfront.jpg http://photos.imageevent.com/ltsgallery/threetwocount/websize/14cjschalkfront.jpg
http://photos.imageevent.com/ltsgallery/threetwocount/websize/14cjwalshfront.jpg http://photos.imageevent.com/ltsgallery/threetwocount/websize/14cjmaranville40front.jpg
http://photos.imageevent.com/ltsgallery/threetwocount/websize/14cjcareyfront.jpg http://photos.imageevent.com/ltsgallery/threetwocount/websize/14cjmcgrawfront.jpg
http://photos.imageevent.com/ltsgallery/threetwocount/websize/14cjbenderfront.jpg http://photos.imageevent.com/ltsgallery/threetwocount/websize/14cjbresnahanfront.jpg

pawpawdiv9

11-01-2013, 08:20 AM

Nice cards, the past day or so..I been looking at purchasing my 1st CJ 1914 Cobb
It is only a PSA 1 with a hole at top. Looking at CardTarget..past sales were 2k-2500...until a recent REA (sgc10) sold for over 5k.
What would this card be worth placing a bid on?
NOT MINE and sorry for outing this, probably gets shill bidded anyways.
http://host.jwcinc.net/712533/brent/2013_9_Gallery/391_5_3.jpg

rainier2004

11-01-2013, 08:54 AM

Tony - Your cards are sooo nice...Mr McGraw did send me an email that he thinks you should sell him to me!;)

ScottFandango

11-01-2013, 09:16 AM

A 98 1914? Wow. Look at the registry weight on that sucker. 15

To be honest, Steven, I'm shocked that some of these cards even exist in that high of a grade range.

that's because they are not the real cards....

the REAL cards came in cracker jack boxes....

that JJ did Not!

rainier2004

11-01-2013, 09:41 AM

that's because they are not the real cards....

the REAL cards came in cracker jack boxes....

that JJ did Not!

I have heard the story before, but can you give me a reminder?

Kawika

11-01-2013, 10:02 AM

Some of my nicer CJs
http://photos.imageevent.com/kawika_o_ka_pakipika/sportscardsetc/baseball/bbhofthefirstclass/large/14CJ%20Matty1.jpg

http://photos.imageevent.com/kawika_o_ka_pakipika/sportscardsetc/baseball/bbhofthefirstclass/large/qu15%20CJ%20Matty.jpg

http://photos.imageevent.com/kawika_o_ka_pakipika/sportscardsetc/baseball/bbhofthefirstclass/large/qu15%20CJ%20Cobb.jpg

http://photos.imageevent.com/kawika_o_ka_pakipika/sportscardsetc/baseball/holygrailcards/large/qu15%20CJ%20Jax.jpg

http://photos.imageevent.com/kawika_o_ka_pakipika/sportscardsetc/baseball/bbhofthefirstclass/large/914CJ%20WaJo.jpg

My wife poses for her Cracker Jack at the BB Hall of Fame
http://photos.imageevent.com/kawika_o_ka_pakipika/sportscardsetc/mischidden/miscellany2/websize/DSC05189.JPG

(Painting not mine in case you were wondering)
http://photos.imageevent.com/kawika_o_ka_pakipika/sportscardsetc/mischidden/miscellany2/large/DSC05580.JPG

DeanH3

11-01-2013, 10:10 AM

Dean - WaJo looks awfully nice for a 3, whats that back look like?[/QUOTE]

Upper left corner keeps it back. Here is the back.

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m52/DHack3/BB%20Cards/Card%20Backs/15CJJohnsonBack_zps728b8013.jpg

Added....Awesome stuff guys!! Love the CJ's.

Iron Horse

11-01-2013, 10:25 AM

Here's my one and only

deadballera

11-01-2013, 05:12 PM

I'll play along

HRBAKER

11-01-2013, 05:16 PM

http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s172/hrbaker/autoCJ.jpg

ngrow9

11-01-2013, 06:16 PM

A couple Federal League CJs...

calvindog

11-01-2013, 06:32 PM

swanstars

11-01-2013, 06:49 PM

Here's my only one I have left.

http://i592.photobucket.com/albums/tt1/swanstars/1914Wagner_zps75295874.jpg

jrlebert

11-01-2013, 07:58 PM

Wow, these are some beauties. I am working on the 1915 set in PSA 1-ish condition. You are more than welcome to take a look. Not all I have are scanned in yet, though.

http://s425.photobucket.com/user/jrlebert/library/My%20Personal%20Collection/PC%20-%20Vintage%20Baseball%20Sets/1915%20Cracker%20Jack%20PSA%201?sort=4&page=1

ullmandds

11-01-2013, 09:02 PM

My only remaining CJ...cut from ad piece.

ValKehl

11-01-2013, 09:31 PM

Bill, either Collins or Jennings would be a great choice for your player collection - WaJo, not so much!! :D

the 'stache

11-02-2013, 12:04 AM

The Cracker Jacks really are some of the most beautiful cards ever made.

Thank you all for sharing!

Pythonfactory

11-02-2013, 01:24 AM

Great thread idea Bill. I still feel sick from a drunchie binge on leftover candy last night.

I'm glad to see McGraw and Clarke were posted. Don't own either of them but the poses are unique and quite detailed. I can't remember seeing too many depictions of a player sitting on a bat (maybe waiting for his turn during batting practice?).

WaJo seems a little over-represented (if that is even a possibility) but it is my only CJ so I am compelled to include it. Mine would rank highly in the "well-loved" category.

Lastly, this is my first time using my shiny new V33 scanner. Damn it looks good for the price. I'm going to have to re-scan the whole collection this weekend.

itjclarke

11-02-2013, 01:41 AM

Ian - that a beauty of an Alexander!

Thanks Steve- I have you to thank for my Baker. Btw- that is an amazing array of CJs you got there... I really really want /hope to own a Jackson at some point, 1914 or 1915, I care not

Brian Van Horn

11-02-2013, 02:57 AM

rainier2004

11-02-2013, 05:04 AM

Thanks Steve- I have you to thank for my Baker. Btw- that is an amazing array of CJs you got there... I really really want /hope to own a Jackson at some point, 1914 or 1915, I care not

I thought that Baker looked familiar...

Brian - I was waiting for that...

yanksfan09

11-02-2013, 07:29 AM

Here's a few more....

3-2-count

11-02-2013, 08:22 AM

Tony - Your cards are sooo nice...Mr McGraw did send me an email that he thinks you should sell him to me!;)

Thanks Steven. Great cards everyone........

calvindog

11-02-2013, 08:28 AM

rainier2004

11-02-2013, 09:14 AM

Jeff - That Jennings has the largest borders I have ever seen on a CJ...fatties!

MattyC

11-02-2013, 09:57 AM

There is simply too much high-caliber ammo here to show my one lowly "3"-grade CJ. Some insane cards on this thread!

btkpath

11-02-2013, 01:47 PM

I will throw these 6 "collector grade" key cards into the mix

WillowGrove

11-02-2013, 06:24 PM

you may not be able to see the grades and the details - but sometimes taking photos of cards all in one group is pretty cool to see.... hope you like. -peter

rainier2004

11-03-2013, 08:16 AM

you may not be able to see the grades and the details - but sometimes taking photos of cards all in one group is pretty cool to see.... hope you like. -peter

Definitely...

WillowGrove

11-03-2013, 08:28 AM

Definitely...

really nice Steve! I think I see the space for the McGraw.

the 'stache

11-03-2013, 03:24 PM

I'm loving this guys, keep em coming! Matt, that includes your one.

Is the Del Pratt still considered one of, or the hardest to acquire?

wolterse

11-03-2013, 04:14 PM

Coolest thing in that picture may be the old school NES...:cool:

Definitely...

g_vezina_c55

11-03-2013, 05:58 PM

A lot of beautifull card in this thread... really cool to see all your cards.
In my futur goal, CJ jackson and a cobb is in my mind for sure

dtp717

11-06-2013, 02:25 PM

I'm late to the party, but I love looking at these Cracker Jacks on display. I started collecting these a year ago and have about 80. The addiction has taken root.

pawpawdiv9

11-07-2013, 01:13 PM

Just ran across this guy selling his 1915 Joe Jackson (PSA2) and 1915 Ty Cobb (SGC60/5) Cracker Jacks with best offer
Not to out the link, but those interested, seller is jcl1336 on Ebay
They have nice deep rich red colors. BEAUTIFUL!!! Display of some fine artwork.
Only if i had the funds, or won the lottery.
He also has some Babe Ruth cards.