My conversation with Lionel Carter

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Posted By: T206Collector

Shortly after I won Lionel Carter's Eddie Plank in the Mastro auction in April 2007, I sent him a letter asking him a few questions about where he got it. I worked through Doug Allen, President and Chief Operating Officeer at Mastro Auctions, to ensure that the letter got to Mr. Carter. Having gotten no response nearly 8 months later, I thought it might be time to call Mr. Carter myself and ask him a few questions about the Plank. He was more than happy to talk with me, and his comments were insightful and infused with his good humor.

With his gracious permission, T206Collector.com will be broadcasting my 12 minute telephone interview with Mr. Carter, which was more like two collectors talking about baseball cards than a fact-finding mission. Mr. Carter told me how he acquired the Plank, and then he shared an experience he had with Jefferson Burdick as well as his views on collecting cards and his ultimate sale. A transcript of the recording will also be available.



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