REA Ty Cobb Tin

[ctownboy]

My question is, what is the back story of how it was found and how it stayed in such great condition all of these years. Was it a sample kept in company storage? Was it tucked away in an attic or basement for 80 years?

David

[ruth-gehrig]

Originally Posted by ctownboy

My question is, what is the back story of how it was found and how it stayed in such great condition all of these years. Was it a sample kept in company storage? Was it tucked away in an attic or basement for 80 years?

David

All these great items that come to surface are fascinating and intriguing but what really captivates me is the story behind the object itself. I love reading item write-ups to see if that is ever explained. Much of the time it is which I really enjoy. I would love to know but I would guess this tin didn't move much over its lifetime considering the amazing condition!

[yanks12025]

Am I the only one who thinks this is the ugliest thing, the cobb photo looks bad(I know its 1912 and not 2012 standards). lol

[batsballsbases]

Beautiful item! Talked with Rob today and I believe we will all be in for a treat with this auction! The condition of that Tin is just amazing! I believe it will sell extremely strong! 75-100. We shall soon see.

Not a plug and I dont own it!

[GrayGhost]

UNREAL. wow. I know one t hing. Im getting that catalog to drool and its a collectible in its own.

[travrosty]

Originally Posted by yanks12025

Am I the only one who thinks this is the ugliest thing, the cobb photo looks bad(I know its 1912 and not 2012 standards). lol

yeah, it doesnt look like cobb, looks like bobby hill from 'king of the hill'

[batsballsbases]

Originally Posted by travrosty

yeah, it doesnt look like cobb, looks like bobby hill from 'king of the hill'

Bobby Hill is going to cost someone a whole lot of money!

[CW]

Originally Posted by travrosty

yeah, it doesnt look like cobb, looks like bobby hill from 'king of the hill'

also see: T206 Cy Young portrait.

Joking aside, that is a beautiful Cobb item. While it's not a spitting image of Cobb, it has its appeal. To some, it's charming, for lack of a better word.