1910 E103 Williams Caramel Hans (Honus) Wagner SGC VG-EX+ 4.5 - Pop Two, One Higher!...

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1910 E103 Williams Caramel Hans (Honus) Wagner SGC VG-EX+ 4.5 - Pop Two, One Higher!


UPDATE: Collection information added.

From the Adolph "Herky" Rupp, Jr. Collection. His name was Johannes (Hans, Honus) Wagner and his nickname was "The Flying Dutchman." He was a prolific hitter who secured eight NL batting titles during his time while shortstop for the Pittsburgh Pirates. A career .328 batter with 3,420 hits to his name, he was inducted as a member of the Baseball Hall of Fame's inaugural class of 1936. His famous T206 portrait, as well as the one offered here, is undeniably the work of renowned photographer Carl Horner. The formal portrait presented is that of the famed T206 series, only with this instance facing left. The deep red background as well as the blank back makes this part of the rare E103 series released by Williams Caramel.

Few Caramel sets have the same appeal as E103s thanks in large part to their stylish portraits, plus their undeniable scarcity which only fuels the fire of the most passionate "E" specialists. The presented card displays some corner wear, which is to be expected with the thin stock used, and no major creases or wrinkles. Lastly, the deep color contrasts perfectly against the milky white border. Graded SGC VG-EX+ 4.5. Of the 23 examples found in the SGC Pop Report, this is one of only two cards graded VERY GOOD-EXCELLENT+ with just one rated higher.

More Information: The Adolph F. "Herky" Rupp Jr Collection.

Adolph F. "Herky" Rupp Jr. was born into a world immersed in sports, as the sole offspring of the legendary basketball coach Adolph F. Rupp of Kentucky. This unique upbringing fueled a deep-rooted love for sports. At the tender age of 7, Herky found his calling in the form of sports card collecting, a hobby that he initiated by purchasing gum cards for mere pennies and nickels at his local Corner Grocery.

This childhood pastime swiftly evolved into a profound passion, spanning over the years, and culminating in a comprehensive and diverse collection. His trove features an array of cards from Topps, Bowman, Fleer, Goudey, Kahn, and Play Ball, along with local and regional sets and treasures from the early 1900s, including coveted tobacco and caramel cards.

Herky focused on two primary goals within his collecting journey: the completion of his card sets and the continuous enhancement of his collection's quality. His unwavering enthusiasm and devotion to the hobby remained steadfast for an impressive 68 years until his untimely death from cancer in 2016. His legacy, however, endures in the remarkable collection he amassed, a testament to his love for sports and the art of collecting.