Why has Cobb gone to the moon

[Johnny630]

The T206 Cobbs have considerably come down since 2021-22…..a lot of dealers and consignment guys are loaded with them at shows…still asking 2021-22 prices and their sitting with show after show.

[Republicaninmass]

Originally Posted by Johnny630

The T206 Cobbs have considerably come down since 2021-22…..a lot of dealers and consignment guys are loaded with them at shows…still asking 2021-22 prices and their sitting with show after show.

Yep, using the 707 method. Trying to dollar cost average

[Touch'EmAll]

How about the condition ? Are the Cobb's dealers are sitting on heavy in the grade 1-3 condition, how many seem available in mid grade 4-5 condition, and then high end grade 6+ condition? Same question on centering - are the 70/30, 65/35 stagnant, or are the decent centered 60/40 ish stuff also sitting? Then what about the nicely centered 60/40 and better Cobb cards - are they in high demand and don't last long in showcases or also stagnant ?

I have read quite a bit that folks are primarily only after the nice for the grade cards, and just walking by the lesser for the grade cards.

[Lorewalker]

Originally Posted by Touch'EmAll

How about the condition ? Are the Cobb's dealers are sitting on heavy in the grade 1-3 condition, how many seem available in mid grade 4-5 condition, and then high end grade 6+ condition? Same question on centering - are the 70/30, 65/35 stagnant, or are the decent centered 60/40 ish stuff also sitting? Then what about the nicely centered 60/40 and better Cobb cards - are they in high demand and don't last long in showcases or also stagnant ?

I have read quite a bit that folks are primarily only after the nice for the grade cards, and just walking by the lesser for the grade cards.

Generally speaking, supply is greater than demand right now. Buyers can opt to ignore lower graded examples, where they might not have in 2019 to 2021/22 and can wait to buy nicer examples. The strength in the market is in rarity based either on condition or availability of the particular card.

[trambo]

For about 12-18 months, Cobbs went crazy. They've definitely reversed course as of late but still generally above a few years ago. Many of them aren't terribly scarce so seeing dozens of them at most auctions and card shows is the current norm. It'll normalize at some point and maybe it already has.

[Johnny630]

Originally Posted by Touch'EmAll

How about the condition ? Are the Cobb's dealers are sitting on heavy in the grade 1-3 condition, how many seem available in mid grade 4-5 condition, and then high end grade 6+ condition? Same question on centering - are the 70/30, 65/35 stagnant, or are the decent centered 60/40 ish stuff also sitting? Then what about the nicely centered 60/40 and better Cobb cards - are they in high demand and don't last long in showcases or also stagnant ?

I have read quite a bit that folks are primarily only after the nice for the grade cards, and just walking by the lesser for the grade cards.

Those go to auction ……and are generally softer in price than would have been in 2021-22.

[tjisonline]

Originally Posted by Johnny630

The T206 Cobbs have considerably come down since 2021-22…..a lot of dealers and consignment guys are loaded with them at shows…still asking 2021-22 prices and their sitting with show after show.

Are you seeing this with all four styles?

[The Detroit Collector]

I understand the argument with why other players are not as high as Cobb. He has come down over the years but is still quite expensive if you're looking for a good example.

[jingram058]

Originally Posted by The Detroit Collector

I understand the argument with why other players are not as high as Cobb. He has come down over the years but is still quite expensive if you're looking for a good example.

Amen, sir.

My t205 Ty Cobb cost $450. Those days aren't coming back.

[BrooksRobinson]

Originally Posted by jingram058

Amen, sir.

My t205 Ty Cobb cost $450. Those days aren't coming back.

True, not coming back but what has inflation done since you bought that? If everything also costs less than back then I see a major issue. I'm guessing your rent/mortgage isn't the same as it was when you got that also.

I wish they were more accessible for everyone. Long term supply / demand and good ole fashion inflation.

[BeanTown]

Ty Cobb, 1st day he played at Detroit back in 1905, seated on bench with manager Bill Armour.

[The Detroit Collector]

Originally Posted by BeanTown

Ty Cobb, 1st day he played at Detroit back in 1905, seated on bench with manager Bill Armour.

Very Cool

[Hankphenom]

Originally Posted by BeanTown

Ty Cobb, 1st day he played at Detroit back in 1905, seated on bench with manager Bill Armour.

Amazing!

[Johnny630]

Originally Posted by tjisonline

Are you seeing this with all four styles?

Yup