1910 E91-C American Caramel Co. Honus Wagner Sells for $5,000
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An incredible piece of pre-WWI baseball history has found itself a new home thanks in large part to the folks at Heritage Auctions who facilitated the transaction. The piece of pre-WWI baseball history that’s in focus is the 1910 E91-C American Caramel Co. Honus Wagner, graded SGC VG 3, which recently sold for $5,000 at Heritage Auctions, and as a result of the sale also reinforced his legacy of one of the hobby’s most celebrated ball players.
The E91-C card offers collectors a more affordable glimpse into Wagner's golden era, especially since the ultra-rare T206 Honus Wagner that commands seven-figure prices while this card only commands four-figure prices.
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Issued by the American Caramel Company, the E91-C set features vibrantly detailed portraits of the professional ballplayers of that era rather than photographic images modern day collectors are used to. The Wagner card in particular offers vintage collectors a period-specific design that really drives home the pre-war aesthetic that vintage collectors seek in older issues.
When it comes to 1910 E91-C American Caramel Co. Honus Wagner, aesthetics are the name of the game and this card, which is graded VG 3 by SGC, retains strong aesthetics with its vibrant coloring and only moderate wear which is quite attractive given the fact the card is 115 years old.
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Honus Wagner, who is often referred to as "The Flying Dutchman” due in large part to his above average speed remains both a legend of early baseball lore and an icon among vintage card collectors, is among some of the most sought-after players in the hobby.
While the T206 is his most famous and most valuable Wagner issue due to its extreme scarcity, the E91-C Wagner stands out for its combination of eye-catching aesthetics and affordability for a much wider audience of collectors. The card’s price tag, of just over $5,000, reiterates the strong demand for early 20th-century baseball cards, especially those of the iconic players of the pre-war era like Wagner.
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