Question about t206 1911 Cobb redback....

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Posted By: ant8709

I'm new to the forum in fact its my first post. I am looking for a Cobb card for my son's collection. I found this one that was graded by SGC a poor 1. 2 questions...Is this an authentic Cobb card?? 2. Is this a good buy for a 1911 Cobb redback?? Any help I can get on this card would really be appreciated. Click to see Cobb card

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Posted By: Brian E.

Without a doubt the card is authentic. Red back Cobb cards, slabbed and in poor condition go for $225-$425. Overall, the condition doesn't look too bad and $375 is within reason. I would personally try to get it for $300-$350.

You need to see the reverse of the card, if the reverse is clean and there is not significant paper loss or markings, $300-$375 is okay on this card.


Brian E.

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Posted By: ant8709

Thanks so much for the input. I'm gonna make the guy an offer after I see the back of the card. I appreciate the speedy reply!

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Posted By: barrysloate

Unquestionably real, but unless it is the scan, it looks out of register with too much yellow along the left border. Still not bad looking for a 10.

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Posted By: Brian E.

The yellow appears to be some type of minor staining or discoloration. While not ideal, I don't think it is overly distracting. Assuming the back is clean, the yellow may be the reason the card is "poor" rather than "fair".

Brian E.

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Posted By: Kent

I saw this same card. It appears similar to a Red back Cobb I bought about a month ago. I paid $370 and some change for an SGC 10-Had a VG+ front, with some paper loss on a Sweet Caporal back. Although probably not the majority of this posts opinion, I look at it like this....I don't display the back!!