Wheatland Auctions, a prominent Pennsylvania-based auction house, has started off the new year with a bang by launching their first event of 2023. This highly anticipated auction offers a thrilling and diverse selection of sports memorabilia, catering to the tastes of collectors and enthusiasts alike. With nearly 500 lots up for grabs, this auction is a treasure trove of both vintage and modern cards, memorabilia, and high-end football products from Panini.
One of the highlights of this auction is a collection of twelve sealed cases of Panini’s high-end football products. These sealed cases contain highly sought-after editions, such as the 2018 Prizm Hobby, 2020 Prizm Jumbo, 2021 Flawless, as well as various years of National Treasures, Contenders Optic, Immaculate, Select, and Panini One. These cases are a must-have for modern sports card enthusiasts and represent some of the most desirable items in the world of football card collecting.
Vintage and modern cards take center stage in this auction, featuring a wide range of iconic players. 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 delighted to find the 1933 and 1934 Lou Gehrig cards, adding to the auction’s appeal.
Basketball memorabilia is well-represented too, with five Michael Jordan rookie cards and two Jordan rookie stickers among the lots. These items hold significant value, considering Jordan’s enduring legacy in the sport and his status as one of basketball’s all-time greats.
In addition to the cards, collectors will find other captivating pieces, such as the 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. The collection also boasts single Diamond Stars cards featuring legends like Mel Ott, Jimmie Foxx, Lefty Grove, and Hank Greenberg, showcasing the depth and variety available.
Moving beyond cards, the auction’s memorabilia section is equally impressive. Collectors can look forward to acquiring single signed baseballs from historic figures like Pie Traynor, Frankie Frisch, Willie Mays, and even Thurman Munson, who has signed a Little League ball. Furthermore, the auction includes a rare ticket from the 1917 World Series Game 2, providing an opportunity to own a tangible piece of baseball history.
Known for its comprehensive offerings, Wheatland Auctions specializes in complete and partial vintage sets, as well as graded cards from the post-War era. This event continues their tradition of providing collectors with a chance to acquire pieces from a crucial period in sports history.
Running through Sunday, February 18, the auction offers enthusiasts and collectors valuable opportunities to own a piece of sports history. Whether you’re interested in modern high-end football products, vintage baseball cards, or rare memorabilia, this auction provides a unique chance to explore and acquire a wide range of sports collectibles. Don’t miss out on this exciting event!
