T205 Collector Input Sought

[MattyC]

I have long been curious of and attracted to the T205 gold border cards. I'd like to add one to represent the set in my collection.

I was wondering if fans of the set or its key cards could weigh in for me, in terms of which is the key or keys to the set, and what characteristics one should seek out when after a standout example (i.e., full, unblemished borders, portrait focus, etc.)

My understanding thus far is that Cobb and Mathewson are two of the more major cards. I kind of have Cobb represented already, but if he is really "the" card in the set, could always add another Ty, I suppose.

Thanks.

Best,

Matt

[4815162342]

I believe Hobby no stats is what you're looking for.


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[Big Six]

I vote Mathewson...just a beautiful card...second would be Joss...tough card!!!


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[brianp-beme]

Mathewson is a great choice, but it has been noted here before that this particular card is frequently seen out of focus.

Brian

[Leon]

I personally think the Cobb in the set is one of the absolute best looking cards in the hobby, especially when it has the "pop" factor.....

[MattyC]

Leon,

Please elaborate on the "pop" of which you speak. Thx.

[Leon]

Originally Posted by MattyC

Leon,

Please elaborate on the "pop" of which you speak. Thx.

Sometimes cards, especially ones like the T205 Cobby, have super clarity, brightness and focus. Cards like that are said to "pop" because of their colors. It can refer to any card that, when you look at it, you go "wow!!".

[Matt E.]

MattyC,

Enclosed are some links that may help you from the set my son and I have completed.

Truly one of the most beautiful pre war tobacco sets out there today.

If it was me, I would buy a tough variation or short print. It seems like the Hall of Famers are always available at one time or another.

http://imageevent.com/babybingbaseball/thetoughies

http://imageevent.com/babybingbaseball/shortprints

http://imageevent.com/babybingbaseba...erconstruction

http://imageevent.com/babybingbaseball/minorleaguers

THE cards for the set are: Hoblitzell "No Stats", Wallace "One Line" and recently, Mathewson "37-1"


Thanks,

Matt

[asoriano]

And one more. Wilhelm "suffered"

[EvilKing00]

And for all of us "freeks" some of the printing errors are like modern art!

[nebboy]

Joss - is for me the best
I have tried to find the best example I could before making bids - still have of not gotten one yet.

[MattyC]

The Joss card is fantastic as well. I will probably do his and a Cobb, and one of those minor leaguers whose image strikes me. These seem like cards I'd want to select in person at The National, unless online scans were very high rez.

[T205 GB]

Originally Posted by EvilKing00

And for all of us "freeks" some of the printing errors are like modern art!

Yes and just incase I have a few if your interested