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Archive 08-08-2007 06:17 PM

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Posted By: <b>skydash55</b><p>I'm trying to find out the process of locating an honest appraiser. Is that possible?

Archive 08-08-2007 06:27 PM

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Posted By: <b>identify7</b><p>What do you want appraised?

Archive 08-08-2007 06:29 PM

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Posted By: <b>joe</b><p>Probably a few on this board.<br /><br />Joe<br><br>Ty Cobb, Spikes flying!

Archive 08-08-2007 06:43 PM

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Posted By: <b>skydash55</b><p>I just inherited approx.1200 t206 cards and 157 colgan "tin tops". The cards are from about 1900-1910 and there are around 15 different cig.companies. I don't know where to start!

Archive 08-08-2007 06:44 PM

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Posted By: <b>jay behrens</b><p>Where do you live. We can tell you who in your area would be good to contact.<br /><br />Jay<br><br>The richest person is not the one who has the most, but the one who needs the least.

Archive 08-08-2007 06:46 PM

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Posted By: <b>skydash55</b><p>I live in upstate South Carolina(Greenville area).

Archive 08-08-2007 06:50 PM

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Posted By: <b>jay behrens</b><p>The number and type of cards seem significant enough that Robert Edwards Auctions would be willing to check them out and help you sell them if that is what your intent is. It doesn't get any better than Rob Lifson when come to knowledge and reputation in the hobby.<br /><br />Jay<br /><br />The richest person is not the one who has the most, but the one who needs the least.

Archive 08-08-2007 06:51 PM

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Posted By: <b>Brian Weisner</b><p><br /> Hi guys,<br /> I live in Winston-salem, NC and will be happy to meet and help you.<br /><br /> Be well Brian

Archive 08-08-2007 06:54 PM

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Posted By: <b>skydash55</b><p>Ok.........Forgive my complete lack of knowledge(I guess that's why I posted to begin with). I appreciate the help.

Archive 08-08-2007 06:55 PM

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Posted By: <b>robert a</b><p>Skydash,<br /><br />Meet up with Brian W. <br /><br />He's probably the only person you'll find with more T206 than you! <img src="/images/happy.gif" height=14 width=14><br /><br />Best of luck and enjoy learning about your cards.<br /><br />Robert

Archive 08-08-2007 06:56 PM

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Posted By: <b>S teve Murray</b><p>Brian's the man. Take him up on his offer.

Archive 08-08-2007 06:57 PM

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Posted By: <b>Dave F</b><p>Geez....why does it seem like I'm the only one that didn't have any relatives that collected? <img src="/images/happy.gif" height=14 width=14>

Archive 08-08-2007 06:58 PM

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Posted By: <b>skydash55</b><p>Alright Brian....I've tried to do a bit of research on these things,but there's not that much source material available on these cards(due to their age I guess).

Archive 08-08-2007 07:03 PM

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Posted By: <b>skydash55</b><p>I'll give you some background on these things....They belonged to my wife's Great-grandfather...he passed and his wife threw them in the trash. My Father-in-law arrived the next day and upon hearing what happened drove to the dump and found all of them(still in the box)!! What he didn't find were the 2 signed Babe Ruth jerseys,or the 5 World Series programs..... He is now gone and my wife and I have just recieved them.

Archive 08-08-2007 07:05 PM

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Posted By: <b>jay behrens</b><p>Here's what to look for in the t206s:<br /><br />If the back has Uzit, Drum, Lennox and Broadleaf.<br /><br />The following players are key<br />Cobb<br />O'Hara St Louis<br />Demmit St Louis<br />Plank<br />Magie<br />Mathewson<br />Johnson<br />Young<br /><br />With Tin Tops, I can't help much there beyond this, if there is a Thorpe in the group, everyone here would love to see a scan of it. Jackson would be another player to look for along with all the players listed above exxcept for O'Hara and Demmit. Also look for Wagner.<br /><br />Jay<br><br>The richest person is not the one who has the most, but the one who needs the least.

Archive 08-08-2007 07:05 PM

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Posted By: <b>Jim VB</b><p>Skydash,<br /><br />The first question to ask yourself is "What do I want to do with these cards?"<br /><br />If you are interested in selling them, I agree with Jay. Robert Edwards Auctions is above reproach. They will either travel to you, or have you securely send them the cards. They will take a cut (probably 20%) when they sell them, but they (or a couple of other major auction houses), will easily be able to get you the best price. <br /><br />If you want to keep the cards, but are just curious about their value, use this board to find someone fairly local to give you some idea of their worth. Don't accept any offer from any of us to buy them. (Just kidding, sorta.)<br /><br /><br />If you want to get a general idea, on your own, buy a copy of the latest Price Guide from Krause Publications or Beckett's. You'll have to catalog every card and estimate condition, but these list every card so you can find out if you have something valuable. Cards from this set have sold for every price from $5.00 to $2,200,000. The books cost about $40 and are usually available at any Barnes & Noble or at Amazon. Don't do anything rash. <br /><br />Good luck.

Archive 08-08-2007 07:07 PM

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Posted By: <b>Jimmy</b><p>I have been conducting free appraisals for dealers and collectors for a few years now, here is a link to my website.<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.jbsportsauctions.com/" target="_new" rel="nofollow">http://www.jbsportsauctions.com/</a><br /><br />I have a form you can fill out and include your information, I try my best to make the best out of the situation - I can even point folks in the right direction if I can not help. I just finished a collection of T206 cards worth about 5,000<br /><br />Take care<br /><br />Jimmy<br />

Archive 08-08-2007 07:11 PM

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Posted By: <b>skydash55</b><p>Here's what to look for in the t206s:<br /><br />If the back has Uzit, Drum, Lennox and Broadleaf.<br /><br />The following players are key<br />Cobb<br />O'Hara St Louis<br />Demmit St Louis<br />Plank<br />Magie<br />Mathewson<br />Johnson<br />Young<br /><br />With Tin Tops, I can't help much there beyond this, if there is a Thorpe in the group, everyone here would love to see a scan of it. Jackson would be another player to look for along with all the players listed above exxcept for O'Hara and Demmit. Also look for Wagner.<br /> <br />The collection has every name listed above except the Wagner t206(even a schmuck like me knows about THAT one).<br />I appreciate all the great advice.

Archive 08-08-2007 07:14 PM

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Posted By: <b>Dave F</b><p>Well...if this is real...than Holy ****.

Archive 08-08-2007 07:16 PM

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Posted By: <b>jay behrens</b><p>Does that mean there is a Plank and Magie in the t206s or just the Tin Tops?<br /><br />REA will take far less than 20% if this is what it is claimed to be.<br /><br />Jay<br /><br />The richest person is not the one who has the most, but the one who needs the least.

Archive 08-08-2007 07:17 PM

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Posted By: <b>Jim Rivera</b><p>hook up with Brian- he knows the values and he is honest.

Archive 08-08-2007 07:19 PM

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Posted By: <b>Anonymous</b><p>Does that mean there is a Plank and Magie in the t206s or just the Tin Tops?<br /><br />Jay<br /> There is one Plank and 3 Magie cards that I've found so far...

Archive 08-08-2007 07:20 PM

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Posted By: <b>Jim VB</b><p>Sky, <br /><br /><br />If you're not pulling our legs, your standard of living might be in for a change, and your kids may be going to better colleges than you thought. <br /><br />Good luck.

Archive 08-08-2007 07:24 PM

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Posted By: <b>Anonymous</b><p>I can assure you I am not trying to pull anyone's leg nor needlessly waste any of your collective time. This is an honest open request. I am just understandably wary...I do appreciate everyone's input.

Archive 08-08-2007 07:25 PM

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Posted By: <b>Scott L</b><p>Love to see some scans baby!

Archive 08-08-2007 07:26 PM

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Posted By: <b>Zach S.</b><p>Do you have a scanner?<br /><br />Zach S.

Archive 08-08-2007 07:27 PM

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Posted By: <b>skydash55</b><p> I do not have a scanner...sorry.

Archive 08-08-2007 07:28 PM

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Posted By: <b>jay behrens</b><p>If you do have a Plank and 3 Magie and your intent is sell, then I would say contact REA immediately. The t206s are getting the attention but the thing still amazes me more than anything else is sheer quantity of Tin Tops. It's not on the level of the Pirates find, but this is largest group I've heard of. I don't know how many Fritsch has, but it may give him a run and would be a huge find for the hobby.<br /><br />Check the Tin Tops and see if there is a Jackson or Thorpe there. If you have either of them, those 2 cards alone will blow away any the t206s you have.<br /><br />Jay<br><br>The richest person is not the one who has the most, but the one who needs the least.

Archive 08-08-2007 07:28 PM

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Posted By: <b>Brian Weisner</b><p><br /> Hi guys,<br /> I'll be happy to help you. please let me know. be well Brian<br /><br /><br />

Archive 08-08-2007 07:32 PM

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Posted By: <b>Eric</b><p>3 Magie's and not Magee?<br /><br />Dang! Sounds like your sitting pretty. <br /><br />I too would love to see some scans or even a pic from a digital camera.<br /><br />Good luck in your hunt.

Archive 08-08-2007 07:34 PM

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Posted By: <b>skydash55</b><p>The list shows a Jackson tin topper,but I just haven't had the time to dig it out. These tin tops are in amazing shape.

Archive 08-08-2007 07:40 PM

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Posted By: <b>jay behrens</b><p>Thorpe may not be on some checklists as it has more a mythical status than a real one. Supposedly Larry Fritsch owns one, I don't know anyone that has seen it or even a picture of it. I have my doubts about the one int he other thread because it doesn't look like any other Colgan ever made.<br /><br />Jay<br><br>The richest person is not the one who has the most, but the one who needs the least.

Archive 08-08-2007 07:48 PM

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Posted By: <b>S teve Murray</b><p><br />Sold August 4, 2007. Mastro Auction. $42,500.00 with juice.<br /><br /><img src="http://www.network54.com/Realm/tmp/1186537635.JPG">

Archive 08-08-2007 07:50 PM

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Posted By: <b>Marc</b><p>skydash, my advice would be - DO NOT SELL THESE CARDS! No matter who gives you an estimate of value, you will receive mostly low ball offers. You are looking at 6 figures with these cards. Get as many estimates as you can and study as much information about them as possible. I highly recommend researching these cards for a few years before making any decisions. You don't want a deal you will regret the rest of your life. Take care, and enjoy the cards! I envy you! <br /><br />P.S. Do you have a Ty Cobb red background with a Ty Cobb King of the Tobacco Smoking World stamped on the back of the card? If so, that card is extremely rare and valued between 17k-75k. Any other Ty Cobb red background T206 is worth about 4k in great condition. Be careful!

Archive 08-08-2007 08:00 PM

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Posted By: <b>Peck</b><p>Is everyone really buying this story?

Archive 08-08-2007 08:08 PM

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Posted By: <b>jay behrens</b><p>if he produces a picture of 3 Magie's and Plank sitting next to each other. That or if he can provide a picture of a bunch of Tin Tops showing just the backs. If you are going to create a lie, claiming there are TinTops isn't exactly the normal route to go, but I would love to see a picture of the back of TT's more than anything else to help prove this.<br /><br />Jay<br><br>The richest person is not the one who has the most, but the one who needs the least.

Archive 08-08-2007 08:08 PM

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Posted By: <b>Zach S.</b><p>It's not the story that I'd like to buy...<br /><br />Zach S.

Archive 08-08-2007 08:13 PM

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Posted By: <b>jay behrens</b><p>with that large a group of TT's there is a good chance he has the 10 that I need<br /><br />Jay<br><br>The richest person is not the one who has the most, but the one who needs the least.

Archive 08-08-2007 08:59 PM

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Posted By: <b>Jason</b><p>As soon as I sell all my ocean view estates in Tuscon I would be glad to make an offer 20% above the highest on this collection. Let me know the bid to beat!<br><br>Jason

Archive 08-08-2007 09:21 PM

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Posted By: <b>Anonymous</b><p>Everything you need to know about T206:<br /><br /><a href="http://www.oldcardboard.com/t/t206/InsideT206-3-edition.pdf" target="_new" rel="nofollow">http://www.oldcardboard.com/t/t206/InsideT206-3-edition.pdf</a><br /><br />

Archive 08-08-2007 11:23 PM

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Posted By: <b>Rhett Yeakley</b><p>Not sure about this whole situation, but assuming you are not pulling anyones leg...are you sure the Colgans say "25 Tin Tops" on top of back or do they state "Stars of the Diamond". If they say the latter they are not of the "Tin Top" variety but the more common E254.<br />-Rhett

Archive 08-09-2007 04:57 AM

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Posted By: <b>Dave F</b><p>I don't know what to think. It's odd it took this gentleman six minutes from the time Jay posted what cards he should look for to come back with he has all of them expect Wagner. Seems it would take just a bit longer for someone to go through 1200 T206's if they are unsure of what they are looking at. <br /><br />Also is at least odd that his wife's great grandfather (assuming that is the person that collected all this) would have had a collection back in the day with basically all the backs...did he smoke each brand of cigarettes? I also thought there were a couple brands that would have been much more difficult to come by in South Carolina...or anywhere in the south. <br /><br />Maybe I'm just too skeptical. If it is real...whoopee somebody is going to have a nice Christmas.

Archive 08-09-2007 05:40 AM

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Posted By: <b>rob</b><p>almost all the famous,high dollar cards and two ruth jerseys (conviniently thrown out?). sounds too good to believe. I'd be curious if this person takes someone on this board up on their offer to meet him and view the stash.<br />if this IS true,what an amazing find.<br />I'm expecting that the person does NOT take someone here up on their offer to meet and that soon,we'll see these on Ebay. Although,without a scanner,I dont know how...<br />

Archive 08-09-2007 05:51 AM

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Posted By: <b>barrysloate</b><p>None of this sounds right. Two signed Babe Ruth jerseys thrown in the trash? Three Magies in a group of 1200? All 15 cigarette brands found in South Carolina? All those Tin Tops, including a Jackson? It could be real, but it surely defies the odds.

Archive 08-09-2007 06:05 AM

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Posted By: <b>Mark L</b><p>In any case, I think that someone who hopes to sell his inheritance for lots of money (six figures ?) would be able to fork over $100 to Staples or Office Depot for a scanner.

Archive 08-09-2007 08:40 AM

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Posted By: <b>skydash55</b><p>Firstly.....let me express my COMPLETE understanding regarding ANY skepicism my posts are generating. If I was a collector,I would'nt believe what I was saying either!!Now you understand why I was hesitant to even post this question on an open forum.That being said,how else is someone in my position supposed to find out what these things are worth?? I did'nt want to go to some auction house web site and get railroaded. I looked at a bunch of sites before I posted on this one,and this is the only one I'm using.I've found in the past that when buying say....a car,the best place to go is an owners forum to get the"real story".Well,that's exactly what I'm doing here!!I have only been in posession of these things for a short while,so all of this is a new thing for me.I truly appreciate all of y'alls input,and as I said in the previous post...I've got a whole heckuva lot better things to do with my time than wasting yours!<br />SO....please be patient with my situation.I will accept all advice. I'm not that much of a "computer guy",so if someone will tell me how to post a digital picture on this site I will take all the pictures you want!!<br />Sincerly,Skydash <br />Ps.1) My wife's Great Grandfather lived in Cleveland<br />2)I haven't needed a scanner up until this point.<br />3)I never said I wanted to sell them.

Archive 08-09-2007 08:47 AM

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Posted By: <b>barrysloate</b><p>Skydash- I will be happy to give you a free appraisal, but I live in Brooklyn and would have to see the cards. You can email me at bsloate@att.net if you would like to discuss further.

Archive 08-09-2007 08:47 AM

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Posted By: <b>Paul S</b><p>Mark, that was my first thought when he said he didn't have a scanner. Especially if he is seeking serious advice.<br /><br /><br />edited to say: That "y'all" in the post seems awfully familiar from another thread. Although maybe I'm just being paranoid.

Archive 08-09-2007 08:56 AM

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Posted By: <b>skydash55</b><p>Sorry for the non-regional diction(y'all)I can assure you I have NEVER posted anywhere else.

Archive 08-09-2007 09:42 AM

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Posted By: <b>skydash55</b><p>Alright everybody......I have just created a photobucket account. I just tried to upload some photos and they worked...but they are too big,so I'm pulling out my camera directions to see how to cut the size.....so I'm trying!!Give me an hour!!

Archive 08-09-2007 09:59 AM

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Posted By: <b>Jimmy</b><p>I do not think anyone here is trying to get you to sell your items. We just want to give you our honest opinions, some of the items you have mentioned a very rare. Not sure if you found my website, but I help many dealers and collectors. I see that Barry also mentioned to help above - Barry is one of the best sources on this site. Look forward to seeing the pictures. you can send a link from your photobucket account<br /><br />Jimmy<br />www.jbsportsauctions.com<br />

Archive 08-09-2007 10:07 AM

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Posted By: <b>skydash55</b><p>Alright dammit!! Now it's saying it wont let me insert the photos because its an illegal file name.....HELP!

Archive 08-09-2007 10:20 AM

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Posted By: <b>Keith O'Leary</b><p><P>* _ - , something like that. use all alpha characters, jpeg (jpg) format</P><P>&nbsp;</P><P>I can't wait to see these!</P><P>&nbsp;</P><br><br>my collection <a href="http://s45.photobucket.com/albums/f92/vwtdi55/" target="_new" rel="nofollow">http://s45.photobucket.com/albums/f92/vwtdi55/</a>

Archive 08-09-2007 10:33 AM

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Posted By: <b>skydash55</b><p>Hey Keith....how did you make those photobucket pictures "public" without a password....

Archive 08-09-2007 10:39 AM

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Posted By: <b>T206Collector</b><p>...just copy and paste the link to your photos individually, or the link in your address window directly into your post on this board.<br /><br />I am particularly eager to see three Magie errors and your Plank T206.

Archive 08-09-2007 10:52 AM

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Posted By: <b>skydash55</b><p>well....that didn't work..

Archive 08-09-2007 10:54 AM

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Posted By: <b>skydash55</b><p>I hope this one worked...<br /><br /><a href="http://s183.photobucket.com/albums/x291/skydash55/" target="_new" rel="nofollow">http://s183.photobucket.com/albums/x291/skydash55/</a>

Archive 08-09-2007 10:56 AM

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Posted By: <b>barrysloate</b><p>Skydash- if I may call you that- could you please give us a general overview as to the condition of the cards, particularly the keys. Are they beat up? Average circulated? Pristine? Let's get the ball rolling.

Archive 08-09-2007 10:57 AM

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Posted By: <b>Steve Murray</b><p>Sky:<br /><br />When you edit and the post has a link you have to remove the &gt; at the end of the link for it to work.

Archive 08-09-2007 10:58 AM

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Posted By: <b>skydash55</b><p>I warned you I wasn't a computer guy,but I'm trying.....

Archive 08-09-2007 11:00 AM

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Posted By: <b>Joann</b><p>Sky - the link worked until you edited the post and there was a &gt; inserted at the end of the link. If you remove it it will work again.<br /><br />Until then, the link can be copy/pasted into an open browser window. Delete the &gt; from the end.<br /><br />J

Archive 08-09-2007 11:00 AM

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Posted By: <b>skydash55</b><p>Alright....I think I've got this sorta figured out....see above edited post...

Archive 08-09-2007 11:00 AM

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Posted By: <b>Brad</b><p><br />skydash55 new link!<br /><a href="http://s183.photobucket.com/albums/x291/skydash55" target="_new" rel="nofollow">http://s183.photobucket.com/albums/x291/skydash55</a><br />

Archive 08-09-2007 11:00 AM

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Posted By: <b>Steve Murray</b><p><a href="http://s183.photobucket.com/albums/x291/skydash55/" target="_new" rel="nofollow">http://s183.photobucket.com/albums/x291/skydash55/</a><br /><br />Looking good!!!

Archive 08-09-2007 11:03 AM

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Posted By: <b>skydash55</b><p>Alright...I'm putting in a few more.....give me a dang minute!!

Archive 08-09-2007 11:03 AM

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Posted By: <b>boxingbaseballgolf33</b><p>keep adding pictures and you should be fine, maybe more close-ups of the fronts so we can see the names - good effort - this will help a lot<br /><br />Jimmy

Archive 08-09-2007 11:14 AM

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Posted By: <b>skydash55</b><p>Alright....here's a few more tt's<br /><br /><a href="http://s183.photobucket.com/albums/x291/skydash55/" target="_new" rel="nofollow">http://s183.photobucket.com/albums/x291/skydash55/</a>

Archive 08-09-2007 11:15 AM

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Posted By: <b>barrysloate</b><p>The first batch looks great- although a bit hard to see detail. Keep em comin'.

Archive 08-09-2007 11:26 AM

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Posted By: <b>Brad</b><p>skydash55,<br /><br />Don't want to sound like a prick' but no one really cares about the 157 colgan "tin tops"! Unless you have jackson, wagner, cobb...<br /><br />Three Magie errors and your Plank T206: We are all waiting! <img src="/images/happy.gif" height=14 width=14> please take your photos in a well-lit room, F/B close ups if possible.

Archive 08-09-2007 11:29 AM

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Posted By: <b>barrysloate</b><p>Good point Brad.<br /><br />Skydash- we're all hyperventilating!

Archive 08-09-2007 11:36 AM

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Posted By: <b>Jimmy</b><p>hey the Young and Cobb are nice! lets wait and see<br /><br />Jimmy

Archive 08-09-2007 11:45 AM

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Posted By: <b>skydash55</b><p>Well....here's the problem...I've got this list here..and it has every card in this collection....which is in NO particular order...so I have no idea what is where. So,until I can start digging into this thing,you'll have to wait...I've got to go to work now,so I am: 1)going to take a picture of the whole thing so you can seethe mess I'm dealing with and 2)I'm gonna grab the first thing on top and take a picture of it so you guys won't collectively wizz your shorts!<br /><br /> <a href="http://s183.photobucket.com/albums/x291/skydash55/" target="_new" rel="nofollow"><a href="http://s183.photobucket.com/albums/x291/skydash55/</a" target="_new" rel="nofollow">http://s183.photobucket.com/albums/x291/skydash55/</a</a>>

Archive 08-09-2007 11:47 AM

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Posted By: <b>Keith O'Leary</b><p><P>T205s too <img src="/images/happy.gif" height=14 width=14>. This is going to be a lot of fun to check back on periodically.</P><br><br>my collection <a href="http://s45.photobucket.com/albums/f92/vwtdi55/" target="_new" rel="nofollow">http://s45.photobucket.com/albums/f92/vwtdi55/</a>

Archive 08-09-2007 11:55 AM

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Posted By: <b>barrysloate</b><p>Too late Skydash- I've already soiled myself.<br /><br />How come only the T206 Minor Leaguers are showing on that big pile? Where's the good stuff?

Archive 08-09-2007 11:57 AM

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Posted By: <b>T206Collector</b><p>This appears to be a terrific collection. I would:<br /><br />1. Invest in having every single card graded by SGC. They would give you a bulk discount rate. You can start an on-line submission here:<br /><br /><a href="http://www.sgccard.com/online_submission.htm" target="_new" rel="nofollow">http://www.sgccard.com/online_submission.htm</a><br /><br />2. After you receive all of your cards back, they will be graded with a numerical grade of 10 to 100. This makes your cards essentially liquid and easily comparable to recent sales of the same card. As such, you will be able to appraise your cards at VintageCardPrices.com individually here:<br /><br /><a href="http://www.vintagecardprices.com/set-profile/index.php?set_id=244&set_name=&set_type=&set_numbe r=T206&sa=1&limit=100" target="_new" rel="nofollow">http://www.vintagecardprices.com/set-profile/index.php?set_id=244&set_name=&set_type=&set_numbe r=T206&sa=1&limit=100</a><br /><br />There is a fee for membership, but it will pay for itself in the knowledge of the values your will acquire. It tracks the most recent sales of all graded pre-war baseball cards.<br /><br />3. If you decide to sell, I agree with the above posters that recommended Robert Edwards Auctions. You can contact them here:<br /><br /><a href="http://www.robertedwardauctions.com/rea_contact.html" target="_new" rel="nofollow">http://www.robertedwardauctions.com/rea_contact.html</a><br /><br />Points 1 and 2 will require a financial investment on your part, but it will be well worth it. Since I collect exclusively T206 cards, and have for the past 10 years, I would be more than happy to e-mail you about any of these or other related issues.<br /><br />

Archive 08-09-2007 11:58 AM

how to find an honest appraiser
 
Posted By: <b>skydash55</b><p>"How come only the T206 Minor Leaguers are showing on that big pile? Where's the good stuff."<br /><br /><br />No particular order!! I don't have time to dig....you dig?

Archive 08-09-2007 12:02 PM

how to find an honest appraiser
 
Posted By: <b>skydash55</b><p>My advice August 8 2007, 1:57 PM <br /><br /><br />This appears to be a terrific collection. I would:<br /><br />1. Invest in having every single card graded by SGC. They would give you a bulk discount rate. You can start an on-line submission here:<br /><br /><a href="http://www.sgccard.com/online_submission.htm" target="_new" rel="nofollow">http://www.sgccard.com/online_submission.htm</a><br /><br />2. After you receive all of your cards back, they will be graded with a numerical grade of 10 to 100. This makes your cards essentially liquid and easily comparable to recent sales of the same card. As such, you will be able to appraise your cards at VintageCardPrices.com individually here:<br /><br /><a href="http://www.vintagecardprices.com/set-profile/index.php?set_id=244&set_name=&set_type=&set_numbe r=T206&sa=1&limit=100" target="_new" rel="nofollow">http://www.vintagecardprices.com/set-profile/index.php?set_id=244&set_name=&set_type=&set_numbe r=T206&sa=1&limit=100</a><br /><br />There is a fee for membership, but it will pay for itself in the knowledge of the values your will acquire. It tracks the most recent sales of all graded pre-war baseball cards.<br /><br />3. If you decide to sell, I agree with the above posters that recommended Robert Edwards Auctions. You can contact them here:<br /><br /><a href="http://www.robertedwardauctions.com/rea_contact.html" target="_new" rel="nofollow">http://www.robertedwardauctions.com/rea_contact.html</a><br /><br />Points 1 and 2 will require a financial investment on your part, but it will be well worth it. Since I collect exclusively T206 cards, and have for the past 10 years, I would be more than happy to e-mail you about any of these or other related issues.<br /><br /><br /> Thank you....as you have read,I am clueless(computer/cards)regarding all of this.I truly appreciate all of your imput.<br />ps-If any of you have any questions about flying a 737....I'm your man!

Archive 08-09-2007 12:04 PM

how to find an honest appraiser
 
Posted By: <b>Jason L</b><p>It'd be great to see that this the real deal, and a real hobby find, but even if it turns out differently...this has been a really fun read today.

Archive 08-09-2007 12:06 PM

how to find an honest appraiser
 
Posted By: <b>Dave F</b><p>First thing is first before contact SGC, an auction house...or anyone else....go to Best Buy and pick up a scanner! <img src="/images/happy.gif" height=14 width=14>

Archive 08-09-2007 12:06 PM

how to find an honest appraiser
 
Posted By: <b>Eric</b><p>Let's see some of those individual T-206's....more particularly the Magie, Plank, Cobbs, and some of the different backs.<br /><br />Edited to add: Of course when you get home from work <img src="/images/happy.gif" height=14 width=14><br /><br />


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