[Joe_G.]

Unless I'm missing something, there are only two Old Judge cabinets in the latest Robert Edward Auction and both are correctly identified as N173s (lots 98 & 99). All the other Old Judges are N172s.

Speaking in very rough terms, I'd say a typical N173 will cost ~4-5 times that of an N172. A lower condition but presentable N172 might go for $200-250 while the N173 equivalent might go for $800-1250. Multipliers drop a bit on higher grade examples & HOFers. A mid-to-higher grade or nice appearing N172 common might go for $500 while the cabinet equivalent may fetch $1,500-$2500 and so on. As mentioned, the multipliers drop a bit for HOFers since they are among the most common cabinets (Anson, Kelly, etc.). Beyond the generic rules already suggested, other factors should be mentioned/considered. A tough to obtain player will have a premium placed on his N172 and to a lesser extent his N173. Also, on the cabinet side, factors such as mount color (brown, black, red) and advertising (Dogs Head) can add significant value. Last but not least, it's a thin market with no shortages of surprises regarding how much or little arbitrary cards may fetch at any given time.

Hope that helps.