REA is up

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Posted By: <b>Jeff Lichtman</b><p>My tongue is still hanging out.

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Posted By: <b>nbrazil</b><p>wow.

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Posted By: <b>Jim Dale</b><p>Yeah thats quite an auction...I just want ONE

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Posted By: <b>MVSNYC</b><p><br /><br />edited to say, i got it now...gonna check it out...<br /><br />rob told me last week that they were pushing to get it up this week...<br /><br />VERY exciting.

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Posted By: <b>nbrazil</b><p>here is a link<br /><br /><a href="http://bid.robertedwardauctions.com/default.aspx" target="_new" rel="nofollow">http://bid.robertedwardauctions.com/default.aspx</a>

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Posted By: <b>MVSNYC</b><p>it's intense...<br /><br />i'm only on the 4th page...ridiculous!<br /><br />jeff- i already see a few pieces for you (chase-red hindu)...

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Posted By: <b>Jim Dale</b><p>Had to point that ONE card out...all those pages and you had to point that ONE out...j/k

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Posted By: <b>rob</b><p>delete

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Posted By: <b>MVSNYC</b><p>delete

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Posted By: <b>MVSNYC</b><p>delete

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Posted By: <b>MVSNYC</b><p>that card was pulled from Mastro's last year...<br /><br />Rob mentions that it looks suspect, and apparently it was resubmitted for review and PSA stands behind it...<br /><br />there is too much in this auction, it is amazing.

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Posted By: <b>rob</b><p>I guess I could have read the desription, thanks Michael. At least I know my memory is not lost.

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Posted By: <b>peter ullman</b><p>wow...f#$%k'in amazing! It's funny to see a card that used to be mine in there...maybe I'll buy it back for 10x what I paid!!!<br /><br />pete in mn

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Posted By: <b>James Feagin</b><p>$20 million?<br /><br />James

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Posted By: <b>MVSNYC</b><p>i know what you mean...<br /><br />the 1919 game 1 stub used to be mine...<br /><br />looks like the current owner is selling it to fund the purchase of some E107's.<br /><br /><img src="/images/wink.gif" height=14 width=14>

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Posted By: <b>David R</b><p>Great stuff! <br /><br />I noticed a card graded by SCD in the auction. Why wouldn't they cross it to PSA or SGC? And if they tried and it was rejected, should that be disclosed or only if you ask?

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Posted By: <b>Joe D.</b><p>I will be bidding for sure.<br /><br />I am definitely getting the frying pan over my head when this auction is over.<br />I may have to sleep at Sarno's.

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Posted By: <b>Jeff Lichtman</b><p>Joe, no chance. Mike already told me that due to his planned spending in REA he will be forced to move from his NYC double-wide into a single.

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Posted By: <b>MVSNYC</b><p>no worries, i have it all figured out guys...<br /><br /><br />Joe- move into my place, that's fine...you're allowed to bid.<br /><br />Jeff- you are NOT allowed to bid, and you are finally buying a new apartment, and i'm moving into your place!<br /><br /><br />...seriously, this auction is gonna cost us ALL a ton...<br /><br />

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Posted By: <b>BRIANKW</b><p><br /> Hi Jeff,<br /> Michael told me he was setting up his double-wide in the park in front of you're apartment... He said that you were paying the power bill and that he was handling the water. He has great furniture, but I may have to send him a frig.... Be well Brian<br /><br />PS when you eat out every night you don't need a stove..

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Posted By: <b>quan</b><p>i think i've used up all the spots on my "watchlist"...and i'm only on page 5...so seeck!<br /><br />p.s. seems like half the total pop of t206 magies are in this auction...but no plank <img src="/images/sad.gif" height=14 width=14>

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Posted By: <b>barrysloate</b><p>I think I counted three Magies, five Demmitts and five O'Haras. Are people selling?

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Posted By: <b>Alan</b><p>All I can afford is the catalog <img src="/images/sad.gif" height=14 width=14>

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Posted By: <b>peter ullman</b><p>what about all of the joe jacksons?

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Posted By: <b>Jim Dale</b><p>Think one just hit ebay in a BIN situation - $30k...all yours.

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Posted By: <b>quan</b><p>kravitz is the jackson holmes/holmes the same that was on ebay late last year? i figure you prolly saved the scans.

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Posted By: <b>barrysloate</b><p>I know Peter- it's not only the rarities in the auction, but the multiples of each rarity.<br /><br />And my auction closes 12 days after REA. I think I better roll up my sleeves.

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Posted By: <b>Jon Canfield</b><p>Love the auction and love REA, however I don't quite think Lot 319 (Piedmont Pack w/ card) is all it is purported to be. I may be wrong and would love to be convinced I am wrong, however the pack is purported to be recently opened with Herman Armbruster of St. Paul inside. When looking at the pack, however, I noted that the pack was a 12 count with L&M printing on the bottom and no "successor" language at all.<br /><br />My problems with the pack are as follows:<br /><br />1.) ATC was split up in 1911. Piedmont packs could not possibly have been printed with LM on the bottom until after the split.<br /><br />2.) The first Piedmont packs to be printed stated L&M, successor to ATC - this pack does not have the successor language.<br /><br />3.) It is a 12 count pack - I have only heard / seen cards being packaged in 10 count cig packs.<br /><br />4.) I believe Armbruster is a 350 only series (but please correct me if I'm wrong). If this is the case, wouldn't the release of the card be more in tune with summer of 1909, winter 1910 - a full year before ATC was split into L&M?<br /><br />5.) It's hard to see the tax stamp but it does not appear to be the correct series/year for the T206 issue.<br /><br />All of these facts, while not conclusive, leads me to believe that this pack couldn't have contained a card. With a minimum bid of $500, I can't help but wonder whether a card worth maybe $150-$200 has been placed in a pack to make it a more valuable piece.<br /><br />I would welcome any evidence proving me incorrect but as a collector of these packs, something is fishy here…<br /><br />Here is the description:<br /><br />“This is an original pack of Piedmont cigarettes (Factory 25, Dist. VA.) dating from the era of T206 tobacco cards! This was originally purchased by our consignor as an unopened pack. He wanted the thrill of opening an original T206 pack and actually was successful in doing this. We would not recommend anyone purchasing packs to try this! Not only could this be very expensive, but so many of the tobacco packs that are represented as being from the T206 era are, in fact, not T206 packs, are often not even from the correct era, and do not even include a card. Even if one found a pack that was believed to have a T206 card, so many different sets were issued in the 1910 era, one could easily be disappointed and wind up with a flag or a fish card, or a card from some other nonsport tobacco-card set. This is a real T206 pack, one that has been confirmed with 100% certainty. The pack has been opened and inside was discovered the T206 baseball tobacco card, as hoped and expected. Over the years we have seen many empty boxes, but do not recall seeing an unopened 1910-era Piedmont cigarette pack. The good news is that it was a baseball player inside the pack, and this pack shows us precisely how cards were packaged in Piedmont cigarette boxes, with the card well protected from the tobacco by a protective interior lining. The bad news is the pack did not contain a Cobb, Mathewson, Johnson, or Wagner, but a minor league player by the name of Herman Armbruster of St. Paul. Aside from the consignor peeking at the card, and our pulling it partially out to properly identify the player, this card has never been touched by human hands! It is miraculous to actually see a Nr/Mt card inside the pack exactly as issued in 1910. Even though the pack was already opened, it was still very exciting for us to reopen the pack and see the card inside. Occasionally empty boxes that once held T206s surface, but this is in a whole different league. The pack was originally purchased encapsulated and graded by GAI as an unopened pack in NM 7 condition, and the GAI holder (seal broken) accompanies. This would be a fascinating and exciting item for both a T206 or unopened-pack collector. Reserve $500. Estimate (open).”<br />

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Posted By: <b>James Feagin</b><p>There's so much stuff in this auction that I think there will be some great deals to be had. With that said, any bidding partners for lot #558 Tattoo Orbit complete set? Paging Ken Cohen....Paging Ken Cohen....<br /><br />

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Posted By: <b>Dan Kravitz</b><p>quan-<br />I think it is. The guy made a huge mistake by not crossing it over and I did too. What do you think it will sell for? When you get a chance, email me dan@chiprop.com

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Posted By: <b>Jason L</b><p>and the comments here, I would hazard a guess that we are seeing a fair amount of "cashing out" of this market for right now by some strong hands.<br /><br />Hal's sales last year represented the market peak/top. <br /><br />This is truly ridiculuous, and I would recommend everyone stay away <img src="/images/happy.gif" height=14 width=14><br /><br />

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Posted By: <b>Kyle</b><p>Awesome... I can't believe the descriptions.<br /><br />Here's a very interesting read:<br /><a href="http://bid.robertedwardauctions.com/bidplace.aspx?itemid=10052" target="_new" rel="nofollow">http://bid.robertedwardauctions.com/bidplace.aspx?itemid=10052</a><br /><br />

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Posted By: <b>Jay`</b><p>Does anyone have a picture of the Holmes to Homes Jackson from when it appeared on Ebay? It sure looks nicer now than how I remember it.

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Posted By: <b>Jeff Lichtman</b><p>There is one lot in REA that, unless something in Mastro floors me and I am forced to spend all of my money there, I will not go home without. <br /><br />

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Posted By: <b>Dan Kravitz</b><p>Red Hindu Chase?

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Posted By: <b>Jeff Lichtman</b><p>Oh, that too. <img src="/images/happy.gif" height=14 width=14><br /><br />Actually it's a much more expensive lot but you'll have to torture me to get it out of me -- don't get any ideas. <img src="/images/happy.gif" height=14 width=14>

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Posted By: <b>Joshua Seidler</b><p>All I have to say is "Unbelievable" I think this is the best one I have ever seen! I have 3 items I must have. Looks like remodeling my two bathrooms are going to have to wait!!!! My money is going elsewhere!

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Posted By: <b>DD</b><p>Did the value of all of the other E90-1 Jackson's just go up? There is no legitimate PSA 7, and that was the highest graded copy.

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Posted By: <b>Dan Kravitz</b><p>I guess I'm alone in saying that this auction doesn't "WOW" me like it has in the past. I think REA has had much stronger material in previous auctions. There are a few lots that are very interesting, and I will be a strong bidder, but it seems as if most premier/quality/scarce cards have dried up.<br /><br />Is anyone else tired of seeing t-206's, or just me? Not to get off subject, but if you took out the t206's and reprint cards on Ebay, there would be very little to look at. <br /><br />DK

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Posted By: <b>Dan Kravitz</b><p>DD- I think there is a PSA 8 e90-1 Jackson. Not sure if it shows up in their reports.

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Posted By: <b>Bottom of the Ninth</b><p>There are 2 PSA 8's now. Believe the 2nd one was graded in the last 12 months.<br /><br />Greg

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Posted By: <b>DD</b><p>Thanks.

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Posted By: <b>Alan</b><p>I guess this auction is going to bring out the collectors' "heavy artillery" ($$$$$$) In other words, this auction will separate the men from the boys !<br /><br />

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Posted By: <b>MVSNYC</b><p>jeff- <br /><br />i know which one... <img src="/images/happy.gif" height=14 width=14>

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Posted By: <b>Jeff Lichtman</b><p>Mike, email me.

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Posted By: <b>MVSNYC</b><p>email on it's way...

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Posted By: <b>nbrazil</b><p>the m110's floored me. i think i'll need to start eating spam from now on just to afford just one of those.

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Posted By: <b>Dan Koteles</b><p>you gave a younger boy then me a title ,especially when he is more "STOOPIDER" then me.<br /><br />I am the real Dan.K...to prove it the ending is:<br /><br />Dk

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Posted By: <b>quan</b><p>notice the "?" after the real dk comment...i'm not getting in the middle of you 2. maybe you guys can settle it once and for all at the national...the winner will get this:<br /><br />a donruss Diamond King card from me...hah! not sure n54 can hold both DK's~!<br /><br /><img src="http://www.network54.com/Realm/tmp/1206424293.JPG">

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Posted By: <b>davidcycleback</b><p><img src="http://punkpaper.propagande.org/Papers/DeadKennedys01.jpg"><br /><br /><br /><br />This is also what floor bidding looks like at a REA auction.

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Posted By: <b>Dan Kravitz</b><p>I am the real dk, and can prove it. I'll throw down at The National if need be. One fore arm to danno's thick skull should do it. I train daily for the challenge. <img src="/images/happy.gif" height=14 width=14>

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Posted By: <b>Dan Koteles</b><p>#2 most dangerous city. You are just a pampered pet and a Chicagoan....which has no meaning in society.You could train for the next 60 yrs and it wouldnt do you a bit of good.....heres what would happen: <br /><br />You see my drinkin'a Heineken you come sneakin'up behind me ,I while sitting in a chair just so happen to stretch my left leg out right at the same time you are coming at me , you fall flat on your face,I double leg lock you ,bite a chunk out of your right shoulder blade.....while blood is a drippin'from my chin iam chanting oohooh oohooh ha ,you fart from the pain ,I turn around and pretend Iam comforting you and while I am saying "are you okay",I gave you a vicious Larry, Moe & Curly poke right in the frickin eye and you are now screamin'.....you are the real Dk, you are the real Dk, then I dont hear nothing for about 4 seconds ,thought something was really wrong, you were just gasping is all ,then I hear a big whaaaaaaaaaaaa.....I finally comfort you and say ,its okay Kravitz "little gumpy" youjust cant try to steal ones identity ,especially a "MAD HUNGARIAN".<br /><br />Hope I straightened this out for you all!<br /><br />The real Dk

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Posted By: <b>MVSNYC</b><p>ummm, my vote is for dan koteles.<br /><br />i think he just proved, he is the REAL Dk<br /><br />(or at least nobody will challenge him on that going forward)...<br /><br /><img src="/images/wink.gif" height=14 width=14><br /><br />Hi Dan!

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Posted By: <b>Jeff Lichtman</b><p>Dan, at least have the decency to wrap Dan up in a roll of carpet when you're done with him. I know for sure you can buy that wholesale. <img src="/images/happy.gif" height=14 width=14>

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Posted By: <b>Dan Kravitz</b><p>As a student of mixed martial arts for many years, I know when to keep quiet. See ya soon carpet boy! dk

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Posted By: <b>Dan Koteles</b><p>Iam the "STate of Michigan" head buttin champion and i have trained at the L-M & C school for just that (LArry Moe & CUrly).<br /><br />You miss w/a spinning back kick from having no balance ,I head- butt the back of your head,soooo-plex to a full frontal wedgie arm lock to the undie holes and you end up in a "Hungaian STraight-Jacket"! Guess I know all the tricks too, haa?<br /><br />The real Dk

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Posted By: <b>Dave F</b><p>maybe you guys could just indian leg wrestle.

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Posted By: <b>Dan Kravitz</b><p>That's some funny sh*t. dk

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Posted By: <b>Dan Koteles</b><p>gotta save a little face bro !

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Posted By: <b>Joe D.</b><p>there is one thing 'I have to get' as well.<br /><br />Hopefully it is not the same item as yours <img src="/images/happy.gif" height=14 width=14><br /><br /><br /><br />Sarno - leave a key under the mat.... there is no way I will be welcome home after this auction.

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Posted By: <b>Paul</b><p>Hey Dan, I'm glad you were happy with that Cobby I sold you. Good thing I didn't have to go into hiding <img src="/images/happy.gif" height=14 width=14>

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Posted By: <b>Bob</b><p><a href="http://bid.robertedwardauctions.com/bidplace.aspx?itemid=10052" target="_new" rel="nofollow">http://bid.robertedwardauctions.com/bidplace.aspx?itemid=10052</a><br /><br />Despite all the red flags it looks like a great card.

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Posted By: <b>Jason L</b><p>So Stupid.<br />You know what? -All my trimmed cards are NM too!<br /><br />If I had the money, I wouldn't bother. Honest.<br />-but that has more to do with the fact that even in NM, I think that is one of the ugliest cards around.<br /><br />

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Posted By: <b>Bob</b><p>I agree it is a strange story. I also agree that it is an ugly card, but if you have the complete set minus only this one, it is definitely worth watching <img src="/images/happy.gif" height=14 width=14>

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Posted By: <b>Matt E.</b><p>The Original "DK"<br /><br /><a href="http://imageshack.us"><img src="http://img178.imageshack.us/img178/6946/donkeykongensmashbrosbrwc9.jpg" border="0" alt="Image Hosted by ImageShack.us"/></a>

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Posted By: <b>MVSNYC</b><p>Joe D.-<br /><br />i already told my doorman that you'll probbaly be moving in around May 4th, with a box full of cards and a black eye (from the little woman!) <img src="/images/wink.gif" height=14 width=14>

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Posted By: <b>Sean BH</b><p>Along the lines of the e90-1 Jackson, maybe this guy was telling the truth?<br /><br /><a href="http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=140215208155" target="_new" rel="nofollow">http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=140215208155</a><br /><br />From the previous thread:<br /><a href="http://www.network54.com/Forum/153652/thread/1205432954/last-1205953774/Suspicious+eBay+seller" target="_new" rel="nofollow">http://www.network54.com/Forum/153652/thread/1205432954/last-1205953774/Suspicious+eBay+seller</a><br /><br />Still, I would never buy it in a screw down holder with a note attached.<br /><br />sdbh

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Posted By: <b>Jeff Lichtman</b><p>Received the REA catalogue today: it's huge, well organized and a very interesting read (thus far). Really well done.

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Posted By: <b>Bobby Binder</b><p>Without a doubt my favorite obscure item is Babe Ruth's spittoon.. not that I would every bid on it and find it a little sickening that some person would want to own it. Maybe the person that bought Ty Cobb's false teeth has another item to go after.