Mile High Card Company’s first major auction of 2024 is creating waves in the collecting community. With over 2,000 lots up for grabs, this event is a goldmine for collectors looking to add some truly special pieces to their collections. The crown jewel of this auction is the top-ranked PSA graded 1968 Topps Registry set, a coveted collection that includes stunning PSA 10 copies of legendary players like Mickey Mantle, Johnny Bench (rookie), Hank Aaron, Roberto Clemente, Rod Carew, Pete Rose, and a PSA 9 Nolan Ryan rookie card.
The auction features a plethora of highlights that are sure to capture the attention of sports card enthusiasts. Individuals looking to bolster their PSA Set Registry collections will be drawn to the selection of high-grade singles from the #1 ranked 1968 Topps Registry set. These rare and impeccably maintained cards make this auction a must-visit for serious collectors.
Early bidding has already showcased the high value of items available, with a 1997 Metal Universe Precious Metal Gems #23 Michael Jordan card fetching over $100,000. This remarkable price tag underscores the intense interest in the auction and the premium quality of the items on offer.
Basketball aficionados will be delighted by the inclusion of a PSA 8.5 Wilt Chamberlain 1961-62 Fleer rookie card, a gem that adds to the allure of the event for basketball card enthusiasts. Meanwhile, hockey fans are in for a treat with the chance to bid on a 1966 Topps USA Test Bobby Orr rookie card graded PSA 8.5, a highly sought-after card within the hobby.
The auction also caters to those with a passion for pre-war classics, featuring a selection of early Ty Cobb cards and other vintage gems. Notable items include a 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 150/649 Christy Mathewson White Cap SGC 8 and multiple 1933 Goudey Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig cards that are sure to entice collectors of early baseball memorabilia.
Post-war highlights are not to be missed, with key lots such as a 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle #311 SGC 4, 1948 and 1949 Bowman Jackie Robinson cards, and a variety of high-grade cards featuring Johnny Bench, Pete Rose, and Mickey Mantle from the 1950s through the 1970s.
The auction broadens its appeal with offerings from other sports, including football and hockey. Collectors will have the opportunity to bid on 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 PSA 8.5. Additionally, the auction boasts a 2015-16 Exquisite Collection Connor McDavid Rookie Relics card, a 1910s American League “All-Star” Team photo, and unopened vintage card boxes that are sure to pique the interest of memorabilia enthusiasts.
Interested collectors can participate in the live auction, with bidding set to close on April 13. This event promises a diverse array of high-end sports cards across various sports, vintage memorabilia, and even unopened product cases, ensuring there is something for every kind of collector to uncover and cherish.
