1954 Wilson Franks Ted Williams

[Cardboard Junkie]

I agree, it is the most beautiful of all the splinters cards. Dave.

[MattyC]

Aesthetics are there, image-wise. And it was packed with hot dogs, hence some serious condition issues. Also, overall, not many to begin with relative to alternatives. It is also a challenging and rewarding set to build. I guess all that combines to make for a pricey card.

I myself have been searching for a 5 for some time now. Many have slanted top cuts to them, and finding one that is squared-up can be quite tough.

[timelord]

Matty C, I found a PSA 5 for you. Very pricey but nice.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/1954-Wilson-...item2c6e89a434

Richard

[MattyC]

Love it. Beautiful example. Alas 6k is just too rich for me on that one.

[brianp-beme]

I always assumed one of the reasons for its popularity is because Ted appears to be fouling off a package of franks.

Brian

[whitehse]

As others have mentioned, scarcity in relation to condition and the eye appeal of this card has driven up the value of this card. I will never be able to afford a card such as this but I consider it one of the best, if not THE best Teddy Ballgame card.

[Griffins]

Wilson Franks are relatively scarce to begin with, but to make things tougher the borders are very narrow resulting in a lot of badly off center cards. Add in the staining and it makes for a tough and expensive card.