The Huggins & Scott Fall Catalog Auction is currently underway, showcasing an extensive collection of over 1,400 items that will surely entice collectors and enthusiasts. Headlining the auction are vintage sports cards and Notre Dame football memorabilia, including a highly sought-after PSA 5 1909 T204 Ramly Walter Johnson card and a signed photo of the legendary George Gipp.
One of the key highlights of the auction is the Arthur “Dutch” Bergman Collection, which features a remarkable assortment of Notre Dame football items. With team photos dating back to the early 1900s, this collection offers a captivating glimpse into over a century of Notre Dame history. For fans of vintage sports cards, the auction presents a variety of options, such as the iconic 1928 Tharp’s Ice Cream Babe Ruth card and the highly coveted 1951 Bowman Mickey Mantle Rookie card.
Another noteworthy aspect of the auction is the introduction of the Gainesville Autograph Collection. This expansive collection includes autographs from both sports and non-sporting figures, providing a diverse array of signatures that spans almost a century of notable personalities. A near-complete 1957 Topps set, rookie cards of Hank Aaron and Jim Brown, and thousands of autographs make this collection a true treasure trove for collectors.
For basketball enthusiasts, the auction offers the opportunity to bid on a 1961-1962 Fleer Basketball Jerry West Rookie card and a 1980-1981 Topps Basketball Unopened Wax Box. These items hold a special place in the hearts of basketball fans, and their inclusion in the auction adds excitement for collectors of the sport.
In addition to vintage cards, collectors can also find unique and rare items like the 2021 Topps Transcendent Baseball Walter Johnson Cut Signature Box Topper. This one-of-a-kind piece is sure to spark interest among avid collectors, as it captures the essence of baseball history with a one-of-a-kind signature by Walter Johnson.
The auction doesn’t stop there; it also features a Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig dual-signed baseball, a truly remarkable piece for fans of these legendary baseball players. Furthermore, a complete set of the 1938 R69 Gum Inc. Horrors of War, including the high number key cards, is available for bidding, appealing to collectors interested in history and non-sport items.
Ron Oser, the Vice President & Director of Consignments at Huggins & Scott, expresses his excitement about the diverse offerings in this auction. With a wide variety of items catering to different interests, both in the sports and non-sport realms, this auction promises to be a highlight event for collectors and enthusiasts.
If you’re interested in acquiring rare vintage sports cards, Notre Dame memorabilia, or autographed items, make sure to join the Huggins & Scott Fall Catalog Auction before it concludes on December 7. With initial bids closing at 9 PM ET, don’t miss out on the opportunity to add these remarkable pieces to your collection.
