My First T-206 Christy Mathewson

[thetruthisoutthere]

Hi Guys.

I'm usually on the other side doing my autograph thing, but just recently I decided that I wanted to own three T-206 cards:

Christy Mathewson, Walter Johnson and Ty Cobb.

I just picked up my first one; a Christy Mathewson.

It's in poor condition (an understatement), but I love it!!!!



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[atx840]

Congrats Chris.

[thetruthisoutthere]

Originally Posted by atx840

Congrats Chris.

Thank you, Chris.

[7nohitter]

Love it!

[thetruthisoutthere]

Originally Posted by 7nohitter

Love it!

So do I, Andrew!!!!

Thank you.

[ls7plus]

Way to go, guy--reminds me of how I felt when I purchased my Pinkerton 1913-1915 Mathewson at the recent National in Chicago. Something told me not to leave without it. It was my first Mathewson also.

May collecting fill you with joy,

Larry

[DHogan]

That's cool. Shows a lot of character.

[thetruthisoutthere]

Originally Posted by ls7plus

Way to go, guy--reminds me of how I felt when I purchased my Pinkerton 1913-1915 Mathewson at the recent National in Chicago. Something told me not to leave without it. It was my first Mathewson also.

May collecting fill you with joy,

Larry

Larry, my collection is 90% autographs, but I do love my 1953 Topps Yankees cards and my 1965 Topps Yankees cards (my favorite Topps cards), but I want to own those three T-206 cards.

Just two to go.

[BlueDevil89]

Christopher ---

Congrats on the Matty!

That's just AWESOME!

[thetruthisoutthere]

Originally Posted by BlueDevil89

Christopher ---

Congrats on the Matty!

That's just AWESOME!

Thank you, Christopher.

I'm considering getting it slabbed by SGC.

[gnaz01]

Uh oh, Chris has been bitten by the T206 bug!!! Congrats!!

All kidding aside, I am a Matty man, have several of his stuff, with this being a favorite in my collection:

[thetruthisoutthere]

Originally Posted by gnaz01

Uh oh, Chris has been bitten by the T206 bug!!! Congrats!!

All kidding aside, I am a Matty man, have several of his stuff, with this being a favorite in my collection:

Very cool, Greg!!!!!

[rjackson44]

Chris love your work nice pick up i like it man.

[cardsfan73]

Love the card, congratulations on this!!

Scott

[thetruthisoutthere]

Thank you gentlemen.

I'm going to be selling one of my Mickey Mantle autographed baseballs to acquire a graded Ty Cobb (Bat Off Shoulder is the one I want).

[thetruthisoutthere]

It's kind of weird asking for help, but does anyone know off-hand how much it would cost to get my Christy slabbed as "Authentic" by SGC?

Thank you.

[cozmokramer]

Congrats, it's over 100 years old, that's how it should look!

[bnorth]

Originally Posted by thetruthisoutthere

It's kind of weird asking for help, but does anyone know off-hand how much it would cost to get my Christy slabbed as "Authentic" by SGC?

Thank you.

T-Card special this month is $8 per card with $250 value limit.

[thetruthisoutthere]

Originally Posted by bnorth

T-Card special this month is $8 per card with $250 value limit.

Thank you, Ben.

Much appreciated.

[edjs]

Curious, did that come from e-bay? It looks like the one my best offer was rejected on. I was bummed they turned me down, but happy for you!

[thetruthisoutthere]

Originally Posted by edjs

Curious, did that come from e-bay? It looks like the one my best offer was rejected on. I was bummed they turned me down, but happy for you!

Thank you, Edjs.

The seller accepted my Best Offer of $60.00.

[milkit1]

wow! great deal!

[53Browns]

It's still a Matty. Congrats!

[Leon]

We'll get you hooked yet, Chris. Nice Matty and I hope I look that good at 100.....

[brianp-beme]

Originally Posted by thetruthisoutthere

Thank you, Edjs.

The seller accepted my Best Offer of $60.00.

A T206 Matty at $60 that is not missing his face or ripped into two pieces is a bargain...good job!

Brian

[chaddurbin]

Originally Posted by thetruthisoutthere

Thank you, Edjs.

The seller accepted my Best Offer of $60.00.

that's a great price chris, congrats!

as for sgc i don't know if they changed their policy but a couple years ago i tried submitting a lesser beat up cy young and they wouldn't give me the $8 price...earl told me cobb, young, johnson, matty grading price start at $25 i think (which would not be worth it for this card).

[Enfuego]

That is one raggedy piece of beautiful cardboard...congrats!

[Shoebox]

Congrats on the pick up!

[GehrigFan]

Wow - I'd buy that card all day long at $60! You got a great deal on not only one of the best pitchers in history, but also one of the most likeable, gentlemanly characters of the game. I wish I had more money to collect Matty - in an era where many of the players were known for their rather crude personalities, Matty stood out as a fine man.

[Joshchisox08]

Chris sometimes cards such as yours looks better than high grade. It shows character, patina, a long journey to wind up in your collection !

Cherish it ! And don't think because it isn't a PSA 9 it's not a great card.

[4815162342]

Originally Posted by GehrigFan

Wow - I'd buy that card all day long at $60! You got a great deal on not only one of the best pitchers in history, but also one of the most likeable, gentlemanly characters of the game. I wish I had more money to collect Matty - in an era where many of the players were known for their rather crude personalities, Matty stood out as a fine man.

+1 Great deal on the Christian Gentleman. Thanks for sharing!

[t206blogcom]

Congrats!

[thetruthisoutthere]

I want to "Thank you" you guys for all of the very nice comments.

You have no idea (well, maybe you do) how excited I am to own this card.

[mrvster]

Beautiful Card

this is one of my favorites I own

[thetruthisoutthere]

Originally Posted by mrvster

Beautiful Card

this is one of my favorites I own

I love it!!!!

Beautiful.

[gnaz01]

Originally Posted by mrvster

Beautiful Card

this is one of my favorites I own

Really Johnny??

[mrvster]

Thanks my friend

Greg.....ya know

[wonkaticket]

Congrats any Matty is a gem, enjoy it!

[pherbener]

Congrats on the Matty!! I live just outside of Factoryville, Pa. where he was born and am a big fan and collector of his stuff. Good luck on your quest!

[Stonepony]

You got the best card in the set

[Big Ben]

Congrats. its always a good day when you add a major star card like a Matty to your collection! 😎

[Jobu]

I like that you called this thread "My First T-206 Christy Mathewson". This shows that, while you say that are only planning to get one, deep down inside you know that there will be more in your future.

Nice addition for $60.

[thetruthisoutthere]

Originally Posted by Jobu

I like that you called this thread "My First T-206 Christy Mathewson". This shows that, while you say that are only planning to get one, deep down inside you know that there will be more in your future.

Nice addition for $60.

Thank you, Ben and Bryan.

They'll be a Ty Cobb, Walter Johnson and Cy Young in the future.

I now understand what it means to get the "bug."

I also observed the number of T-206 reprints. They are an annoyance.

When I search for Mickey Mantle cards, I also notice the number of reprints for sale.

[Enfuego]

Originally Posted by mrvster

Beautiful Card

this is one of my favorites I own

That card is beautiful!!!

[brob28]

Congratulations Chris - be careful though - once you start it can be hard top stop.

[thetruthisoutthere]

Originally Posted by rjackson44

Chris love your work nice pick up i like it man.

Thank you, Octavio.

[h2oya311]

You nevero they your first 😇