Keith Olbermann's 3 favorite t206 cards

[Merkle923]

My grandfather - who said he saw Mathewson pitch - explained his legend to me long before I understood the Merkle saga. Plus there's something iconic about that image (the black cap version). Cards issued the season after the Merkle play now carry a certain grimness for me.

As to the Collins proof it's a great card and I'm fortunate to have it. But I'm convinced they pulled it because it looks like he's melting. It's almost as bad as Spike Shannon.

[Leon]

Originally Posted by Merkle923

As to the Collins proof it's a great card and I'm fortunate to have it. But I'm convinced they pulled it because it looks like he's melting. It's almost as bad as Spike Shannon.

LOL....looks like he's melting. For some reason I am getting a flashback to Apocalypse Now, but I digress. Thanks again for being a good sport and chiming in. (and I am partial to Matty white cap, myself)

[barrysloate]

Hi Keith- I was thinking at least one of those proofs had to be among your favorites. They are so amazing!

[Iron Horse]

Any pics to share of the proof/s?
I watched you on CBS 2 in Los Angeles when you had a late night show i believe 10 and bring cards to show and talk. It was great and i wish we had something like that today.
Nice to see you follow these forums

[Merkle923]

Here's Art Martineau's website and the page with all the proofs illustrated: http://t206resource.com/Olbermann%20Proofs.html

[wolf441]

Originally Posted by Merkle923

Here's Art Martineau's website and the page with all the proofs illustrated: http://t206resource.com/Olbermann%20Proofs.html

Thanks for posting! I love the Joe Pepe proof, that is a great looking card. It almost has an Obak feel to it with the fielding pose and the colors used.

[CW]

I can see why a few lists would include the Pattee. Cool pose, great background, and it's a horizontal. Definitely my favorite non-HOFer in the series...



I'd round out my trio with Lajoie batting and Mr. Cobb holding a piece of lumber (a card that I still need to acquire someday).

[oldjudge]

All the talk of T206 proofs makes me think of the proofs available for the Old Judge set. While most photographer's proofs that have been found were of poses that appeared in the set as N172s and/or N173s, there are a small number that picture poses that either never appeared in the set, or if they did have yet to be discovered. In only one case can I think of a case of a proof of a player who did not make it into the set, that of Geoge Toffling. This story is detailed in the Old Judge book. I have provided an image of an "unissued proof" of Jake Wells, one of the scarcest players in the set, below:

[Sean]

Originally Posted by Merkle923

My grandfather - who said he saw Mathewson pitch - explained his legend to me long before I understood the Merkle saga. Plus there's something iconic about that image (the black cap version). Cards issued the season after the Merkle play now carry a certain grimness for me.

As to the Collins proof it's a great card and I'm fortunate to have it. But I'm convinced they pulled it because it looks like he's melting. It's almost as bad as Spike Shannon.

Keith, I loved the show, even if I didn't always agree with you. I'm glad to hear that you'll be doing a studio show during the playoffs. I hope that you'll post some more about the T206 set.

See you at the national.

[Rickyy]

Very cool answers by Keith...enjoyed the read!

Ricky Y

[Leon]

Guys- I have known Keith a little bit through this board and my little auction house. I had emailed him and asked if he would comment on this thread and he obliged. For folks to come on and give their views of him politically, or any other way than the hobby, is something I would have hoped wouldn't have happened. I know Keith has very thick skin so it's not a big deal. I doubt I agree with him politically too, but that isn't what this thread or board is about. Keith is a true collector and one of us. I hope members would treat him as one of our family when he is here. Thanks again to him for chiming in and may he be blessed with a card he needs for doing it.

[SushiX37]

Originally Posted by Leon

Guys- I have known Keith a little bit through this board and my little auction house. I had emailed him and asked if he would comment on this thread and he obliged. For folks to come on and give their views of him politically, or any other way than the hobby, is something I would have hoped wouldn't have happened. I know Keith has very thick skin so it's not a big deal. I doubt I agree with him politically too, but that isn't what this thread or board is about. Keith is a true collector and one of us. I hope members would treat him as one of our family when he is here. Thanks again to him for chiming in and may he be blessed with a card he needs for doing it.

Well said.

Rich

[steve B]

Now that we know which three, personally I'd like to know why. That's the part I find most interesting.

I like his choices. Whenever someone picks the non-obvious or non-standard stuff I just know there's been some thought behind it. Going with the Wagner, Cobbs, etc is cool, but picking what most people would think of as somewhat nondescript commons is interesting.

I'm partial to all the ones with the more elaborate backgrounds especially the sunsets. If I could pick only three, I think I'd go with
Conroy with bat- Just a great composition, and a hint of sunset.
Ewing- Another one that to me just works well as a picture.
And Jennings. Either one. Getting the exuberance is tough in a photo, crossing it from a photo to a bit of commercial illustration is tougher. And especially with the two hands showing I think whoever did it really got it right.

Steve B

[Big Ben]

Originally Posted by steve B

Now that we know which three, personally I'd like to know why. That's the part I find most interesting.

I asked KO the same question via Twitter and did not get a response. No big deal as I am sure that he gets quit a few Tweets to his account. Personally, I like the T206's where the players have different poses than what you see with most cards in the set. That is what attracted me to the Clyde Engle card.

[g_vezina_c55]

Originally Posted by Leon

but that isn't what this thread or board is about. Keith is a true collector and one of us. I hope members would treat him as one of our family when he is here. Thanks again to him for chiming in and may he be blessed with a card he needs for doing it.

well said.

[queencitysportscards]

One of the first cards we sold online when we opened the shop was to KO. I respect his knowledge and insight about the hobby. No matter what our political views, religion, or opinions we all have one thing in common on this board...we love to collect sports cards...and to me, anyone else who shares this passion is considered a friend in my book.

Happy Collecting!

[Sean]

Originally Posted by queencitysportscards

One of the first cards we sold online when we opened the shop was to KO. I respect his knowledge and insight about the hobby. No matter what our political views, religion, or opinions we all have one thing in common on this board...we love to collect sports cards...and to me, anyone else who shares this passion is considered a friend in my book.

Happy Collecting!

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