T206 Nick Maddox Multiple Reverse Overstrike Error Including Lash's Bitters sold for $15,000

Robert Edward Auctions (July 23, 2024)

Lot # 426: 1909-1911 T206 White Border Nick Maddox - Multiple Reverse Overstrike Error Including Lash's Bitters!

Presented is one of the most unusual and fascinating T206s that we have ever offered! From the front, it appears to be a standard example of Nick Maddox of the Pittsburgh Pirates. When viewed from the back, however, it becomes immediately apparent that this is an extremely rare and unusual printing anomaly that can be appreciated as extraordinary at a glance. Part of a Tolstoi advertising back is visible over the original Piedmont advertisement as the card has been struck multiple times during the production process. In addition to being a multiple strike back, the card also features a fascinating image of a Lash's Bitters whiskey bottle on the back (portion of the red lettering advertisement appears as well). The impressive image is prominently visible on the reverse. (Link to a detailed discussion on Net54 from 10 years ago regarding this unusual card: https://www.net54baseball.com/showthread.php?t=192935.) The card, which is hand-cut, likely originates from a factory-run sheet that was not up to standard and was then used as scrap, possibly put through the presses again for the purpose of testing the inks or some other aspect of the printing process. Encapsulated by SGC as "Authentic", the card displays vibrant colors and honest corner wear. The important reverse is boldly printed and is instantly recognized as a most extraordinary and unique printing error. When it comes to the T206 set, which is the most highly collected of all vintage card sets, anything unusual (especially if it might in any way shed light on the mysteries of how the T206 set was printed) is of great note. This is undoubtedly one of the most noteworthy T206 printing errors that we have ever seen and we believe it will be of great interest to T206 scholars and collectors alike. The T206 set, affectionately known as "The Monster," is the most popular of all 1910-era sets and is still yielding new and exciting discoveries more than a century after its production. As collectors have become more sophisticated, there has been a growing apprecition for all great rarities and unusual cards associated with this landmark set. Value is always subjective, but especially in this case, because of its uniqueness, there is no consensus on value for this card. We are confident the auction process will provide clarity.

Final Bid with Buyer's Premium (20%): $15,000