Mile High Card Company is kicking off 2024 with a bang, presenting collectors with a tantalizing array of over 2,000 lots in their premiere auction. The star of the show? None other than the top-ranked PSA graded 1968 Topps Registry set, a dazzling display of baseball greatness that is sure to set hearts racing.
This impressive set features PSA 10 gems from legendary players like Mickey Mantle, Johnny Bench (rookie), Hank Aaron, Roberto Clemente, Rod Carew, Pete Rose, and a PSA 9 Nolan Ryan rookie card. Each card is being sold individually, allowing bidders to carefully curate their collections with these prized possessions.
The auction is a goldmine for collectors aiming to elevate their PSA Set Registry collections with rare, high-grade cards. The allure of owning a piece of history in such impeccable condition is irresistible, drawing enthusiasts from far and wide to partake in the bidding frenzy.
Among the standout items up for grabs is a 1997 Metal Universe Precious Metal Gems #23 Michael Jordan, a coveted piece that has already soared past the $100,000 mark in early bidding. This early indicator showcases the intense interest and competition surrounding this auction, promising a thrilling ride for participants.
Basketball aficionados can delight in a PSA 8.5 Wilt Chamberlain 1961-62 Fleer rookie card, while hockey fans can set their sights on a 1966 Topps USA Test Bobby Orr rookie card graded PSA 8.5, a holy grail for many in the hockey collecting community.
For those with a penchant for vintage treasures, the auction offers a selection of pre-war classics, including early Ty Cobb cards and gems like a 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 150/649 Christy Mathewson White Cap SGC 8 and a range of 1933 Goudey Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig cards.
Post-war highlights abound, with key lots featuring a 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle #311 SGC 4, 1948 and 1949 Bowman Jackie Robinson cards, and a series of high-grade cards spanning the careers of Johnny Bench, Pete Rose, and Mickey Mantle from the 1950s through the 1970s.
But the auction isn’t just limited to baseball. Football, hockey, and more make appearances, with tantalizing items like a 1957 Topps Bill Russell PSA 6.5, a Jim Brown 1964 Philadelphia #30 PSA 10, and a Wayne Gretzky 1979 O-Pee-Chee rookie graded PSA 8.5 up for grabs. Additionally, collectors can discover a 2015-16 Exquisite Collection Connor McDavid Rookie Relics card, a vintage American League “All-Star” Team photo from the 1910s, and unopened boxes of vintage cards waiting to reveal their secrets.
Bidding is already underway, with the excitement set to culminate on April 13. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or a newcomer looking to start your own treasure trove, this auction has something for everyone. Dive into the world of high-end sports cards and memorabilia and let the bidding war begin!
