The Huggins & Scott Fall Catalog Auction is currently underway, offering collectors a remarkable assortment of over 1,400 items to bid on. The auction’s main attractions include a selection of vintage sports cards and Notre Dame football memorabilia, sure to captivate sports enthusiasts and collectors alike.
Among the highlights of the auction is a PSA 5 1909 T204 Ramly Walter Johnson card, showcasing the legendary baseball pitcher in his early days. Also featured is a signed photo of George Gipp, a Notre Dame football legend known for his iconic quote, “Win one for the Gipper.” These pieces of memorabilia are sure to attract fans of both vintage cards and Notre Dame history.
In addition to the vintage cards and football memorabilia, the auction presents the first part of an extensive autograph collection that will continue to expand in the coming years. The collection includes autographs from a wide range of both sports and non-sporting figures, offering a glimpse into the lives of notable personalities throughout history. Notable items include a near-complete 1957 Topps set, rookie cards of Hank Aaron and Jim Brown, and thousands of signatures spanning nearly a century.
The auction also offers a variety of other sports cards for collectors to enjoy. One standout item is the 1928 Tharp’s Ice Cream Babe Ruth card, capturing the essence of one of baseball’s greatest players. Another noteworthy card is the 1951 Bowman Mickey Mantle Rookie card, a must-have for any serious collector of baseball memorabilia.
For fans of basketball, the auction presents the 1961-1962 Fleer Basketball Jerry West Rookie card, a coveted piece of basketball history. There is also a 1980-1981 Topps Basketball Unopened Wax Box, allowing collectors the excitement of potentially uncovering rare basketball cards from that era.
One particularly unique item up for auction is the 2021 Topps Transcendent Baseball Walter Johnson Cut Signature Box Topper. This rare card features a cut signature from the legendary pitcher himself, making it a standout piece for any serious collector.
The auction offers more than just sports cards, with other notable items including a Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig dual-signed baseball, a true treasure for baseball fans and collectors. Additionally, a complete set of the 1938 R69 Gum Inc. Horrors of War with high number key cards provides a glimpse into historical events through a collectible medium.
Ron Oser, Vice President & Director of Consignments at Huggins & Scott, expresses enthusiasm for the diverse offerings in the auction. He emphasizes the wide range of interests catered to by the auction, appealing not only to sports fans but also to collectors of non-sporting items. With an end date of December 7, the auction promises to be an exciting event for collectors and enthusiasts alike. Initial bids for items will close at 9 PM ET.
Collectors and fans are encouraged to peruse the extensive collection, as there is something for everyone at Huggins & Scott’s Fall Catalog Auction. From vintage sports cards to Notre Dame memorabilia and an ever-expanding autograph collection, this auction is a treasure trove for passionate collectors and enthusiasts.
