Wheatland Auctions, a prominent Pennsylvania-based auction house, is starting the year 2023 with a bang. Their first event of the year is presenting an exciting and diverse range of sports collectibles that are sure to capture the attention of enthusiasts and collectors alike. With nearly 500 lots, this auction is a remarkable assemblage of both vintage and modern cards, memorabilia, and sealed high-end football products from Panini.
One of the highlights of the auction is twelve sealed cases of Panini’s high-end football products. This collection is a dream come true for modern sports card enthusiasts, as it includes sought-after editions such as the 2018 Prizm Hobby, 2020 Prizm Jumbo, 2021 Flawless, and multiple years of National Treasures, Contenders Optic, Immaculate, Select, and Panini One. These sealed cases represent some of the most coveted items in the modern football card collecting world.
Vintage and modern cards also play a significant role in this auction. Of particular note are all four lower to mid-grade copies of Babe Ruth cards from the iconic 1933 Goudey set, as well as one of the highest SGC graded 1922 E121 American Caramel Ruth cards. Fans of vintage baseball memorabilia will also be pleased to find the 1933 and 1934 Lou Gehrig cards, adding to the auction’s appeal.
Basketball memorabilia is well-represented in this auction, with five Michael Jordan rookie cards and two Jordan rookie stickers among the lots. These items hold immense significance, considering Jordan’s enduring legacy in the sport.
Sports card collectors will also find gems like an SGC 10 1986-87 Fleer Isiah Thomas rookie card, 1926 W512 cards of Babe Ruth and Ty Cobb, and partial sets of 1933, 1934 Goudey, 1934-36 Batter Up, and 1934-36 Diamond Stars. Single Diamond Stars cards featuring legends like Mel Ott, Jimmie Foxx, Lefty Grove, and Hank Greenberg are also featured, showcasing the depth and variety of the collection.
The auction’s memorabilia section is equally impressive. It includes single signed baseballs from historic figures such as Pie Traynor, Frankie Frisch, Willie Mays, and Thurman Munson (on a Little League ball). A rare 1917 World Series Game 2 ticket is another highlight, offering a tangible piece of baseball history.
Wheatland Auctions is renowned for its comprehensive offerings of complete and partial vintage sets and graded cards from the post-War era, and this event continues that tradition. It provides collectors with an opportunity to acquire pieces from a crucial period in sports history and add to their treasured collections.
The auction is set to run through Sunday, February 18, giving enthusiasts and collectors ample time to participate and potentially own a piece of sports history. Whether you’re interested in modern high-end football products, vintage baseball cards, or rare memorabilia, this auction presents a unique opportunity to explore and acquire a wide range of sports collectibles. Don’t miss out on this exciting event!
