Cap Anson Rookies

[benjulmag]

I thought by 1874 Philadelphia cabinet what was referred to was the individual player image. If team images are to be considered, Anson's first professional team image would the 1871 Forest Citys. His earliest known baseball image (pre professional) would be the c. 1868 Marshalltown (Anson standing far right).

[barrysloate]

I would vote in this poll, but as Corey pointed out there are several very important issues left out. As such, I vote none of the above. Maybe the survey should be redone.

[Leon]

His real rookie .

[Bicem]

Leon, you forgot about this Anson find...

[Leon]

Originally Posted by Bicem

Leon, you forgot about this Anson find...

I saw that. The ears don't match.

[bcbgcbrcb]

You're right, Corey. The poll was designed for individual items only, not team photos as the vast majority of collectors would not consider team items as Rookies.

[barrysloate]

Based on the four choices, I went with the 1874 cabinet. But I see no point excluding the 1871 Forest Citys CdV as that is what I believe is Anson's true rookie card. I realize the Marshalltown photo depicts a town team and one could reasonably disqualify it. However, I see no reason to eliminate the other one. I suppose it's subjective.