Looking for suggestions for my first pre-war card

[the 'stache]

Should I be looking for any Cap Anson, or Addie Joss cards in particular?

[ullmandds]

the t205 addie joss tribute card is a classic...any cap aanson card is special...pretty much!

[Sean]

If you really like the T206 Matty dark cap, I believe Adrian is selling one on ebay right now.

[the 'stache]

Originally Posted by Sean

If you really like the T206 Matty dark cap, I believe Adrian is selling one on ebay right now.

Buying a card from him would be analogous to "tickling the dragon's tail" without wearing a lead lined suit.

[Paul S]

Originally Posted by the 'stache

Buying a card from him would be analogous to "tickling the dragon's tail" without wearing a lead lined suit.

You could always reneg on the deal. He understands that well.

[asoriano]

I'm with Peter. Can't go wrong with Joss, but I'm also biased towards T205's.

[vintagecpa]

If you like Cobb, you can normally find them on the BST that don't break the bank. Some suggestions would be the E90-1, E93, E95, T205, T206. It depends on the grade, but generally, none of them will break the bank.

[the 'stache]

Originally Posted by quinnsryche

Bill, I would think your first idea, the T206 Johnson port. is about as good as it gets. It's my absolute favorite card ever made. I had one a few years back and is one of only a handful of cards I wish I hadn't have sold (needed the money for a new house). The 4 on 1 exhibit with Gehrig and DiMaggio is super sweet too. Go with your gut, pick one you think you will never get tired of and you probably won't.
Good luck and enjoy it all!
PS - I feel your Brewer pain, I'm a White Sox fan. At least you guys have some good building blocks (Segura, Gomez etc.). We don't have much and a crap farm system to boot.

I really love the Johnson. Arguably the greatest pitcher to ever play the game, in the greatest set ever produced, and a card with tremendous eye appeal. I will definitely look at what's out there, and who knows, I could be surprised. But there's a very good chance that by the time the end of the year rolls around, that is in my collection.

I mentioned in another thread that right now, I'd have to say my three favorite cards ever made are the T206 Johnson portrait, the 1953 Bowman Color Stan Musial, and the 1958 Topps Roberto Clemente. My fear is once I own all three, you guys might never see me again, lol.

If you read a story about a guy clutching an SGC-slabbed T206 Johnson portrait, calling it "the precious", you'll know what happened to me.

Originally Posted by Paul S

You could always reneg on the deal. He understands that well.

Thankfully, I don't anticipate having any dealings with him.

[the 'stache]

Originally Posted by vintagecpa

If you like Cobb, you can normally find them on the BST that don't break the bank. Some suggestions would be the E90-1, E93, E95, T205, T206. It depends on the grade, but generally, none of them will break the bank.

I'll check those out when I get up later this evening. And I'll definitely make good use of the B/S/T forum once the floodgates open on my end. Thank you for the suggestions!

Originally Posted by asoriano

I'm with Peter. Can't go wrong with Joss, but I'm also biased towards T205's.

Thank you, Turner. I thought that might be it. Great card.

I'm making a long mental list.


Please keep the suggestions coming guys, and I'll check this later tonight. Right now, I need to get some sleep, and give the back a rest.

Thank you all! I am enjoying this discussion thus far, and learning as I go.

[cyseymour]

Honestly, I think you've answered your own question. Just go with a Johnson portrait then. It's a beautiful card and you can't go wrong. Be patient and try to find one with good aesthetics.

[vintagecpa]

My first vintage card was Ty Cobb. He would be my first recommendation.