T206 Plank status in the hobby

[campyfan39]

Why is that an A and not a grade?

Originally Posted by tedzan

Scott described the complexity of the Eddie Plank card perfectly. The desirability of the 150 Series Plank cards considerably exceeds cards with "350" backs.

My research indicates that Plank was very anti-tobacco (as was his Manager, Connie Mack) which suggests to us that he informed ATC that he did NOT want
his image on their tobacco cards. Therefore, early in the game, ATC ceased printing him on their T206 cards.

My SWEET CAPORAL 150, Factory #30 is an example of what Scott alluded to regarding the richer color of the "150" cards (PIEDMONT or SWEET CAPORAL).


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TED Z

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[tedzan]

Originally Posted by campyfan39

Why is that an A and not a grade?

It's my understanding that the corners of this card have been professionally restored.


TED Z

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[investinrookies]

interesting info on the planks...didnt know the SC150 was more valuable and harder to find than the SC 350. That being said looking at VCP there seems to be a good record of both backs selling and also some nice SC350 as well. I think simply owning a copy of either is a true accomplishment and grail piece to any collection. The rarity, history and status of this card in the hobby is very appealing to me.