Graded SGC 5, could become the most expensive card in the world.
Any time a Wagner surfaces for sale, it’s a big deal. It’s the most historic baseball card in the world, with a story that transcends the hobby: In 1909, the American Tobacco Company printed the now-famous T206 set to promote its cigarette and tobacco brands.
Wagner was originally featured in the T206 set, but the Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop quickly put a stop to the production. A common refrain said this was due to Wagner’s desire to be a role model for kids and not encourage smoking. Whether true or not, production was pulled, leaving a precious few remaining in the wild.
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