Mile High Card Company, a premiere destination for sports card enthusiasts, has unveiled their first major auction of 2024, featuring a vast array of over 2,000 lots that are sure to captivate collectors worldwide. The centerpiece of this auction is the spectacular PSA graded 1968 Topps Registry set. Each card from this pristine set, including PSA 10 copies of legendary players like Mickey Mantle, Johnny Bench, Hank Aaron, and more, is being offered individually, ensuring every significant card finds its deserving home.
The auction is a treasure trove for collectors, particularly those aiming to elevate their PSA Set Registry collections with high-grade singles from the top-ranked 1968 Topps Registry set. With a plethora of notable cards up for grabs, enthusiasts are in for a treat as they navigate through the extensive selection of sports memorabilia.
One of the standout items drawing early attention is the 1997 Metal Universe Precious Metal Gems #23 featuring basketball icon Michael Jordan in one of the highly coveted red versions. The intense bidding has already seen the price soar past the $100,000 mark, reflecting the fervor surrounding this remarkable piece.
For basketball aficionados, a highlight of the auction is the PSA 8.5 Wilt Chamberlain 1961-62 Fleer rookie card, which stands as a timeless collectible in the realm of basketball sports cards. Hockey enthusiasts, on the other hand, can indulge in the opportunity to bid for a prized possession in the form of a 1966 Topps USA Test Bobby Orr rookie card graded PSA 8.5, a rare gem for any serious collector.
Delving deeper into the collection, the auction showcases pre-war classics such as early Ty Cobb cards and other vintage gems like the 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 150/649 Christy Mathewson White Cap SGC 8, alongside several 1933 Goudey Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig cards that are sure to evoke nostalgia among fans of baseball history.
Post-war highlights feature key lots including a 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle #311 SGC 4, 1948 and 1949 Bowman Jackie Robinson cards, and a series of high-grade cards from baseball legends like Johnny Bench, Pete Rose, and Mickey Mantle spanning from the 1950s to the 1970s, adding to the allure of the auction for baseball card enthusiasts.
Beyond just baseball, the auction caters to a wider audience with offerings from football, hockey, and more sports. Collectors will find a diverse range of items including 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 card graded PSA 8.5. Moreover, unique finds like a 2015-16 Exquisite Collection Connor McDavid Rookie Relics card, a 1910s American League “All-Star” Team photo, and unopened vintage card boxes add an element of surprise and intrigue to the auction.
Interested bidders can partake in the live auction, with bidding scheduled to conclude on April 13. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or a newcomer to the world of sports memorabilia, the Mile High Card Company auction offers a diverse selection that caters to a wide range of collecting interests, promising an exhilarating experience for all participants.
