Tobacco Era Cards (1909–1911)

T206 Honus Wagner

The Wagner T206 is the most-discussed card in the hobby. Even SGC-2 examples clear seven figures because the survivorship rate is so low — fewer than 60 confirmed authentic examples exist. Sets the floor for any T206 conversation.

Sale price
$7.25M
USD · hammer + buyer's premium
Sale date
August 4, 2022
Venue
Robert Edward Auctions
Authentication
SGC 2 (Good)

Provenance

Famously withdrawn from American Tobacco Co. distribution in 1909–11 at Wagner's request; this example traced through three prior public sales since 1985.

Condition

Centering off, corners worn but four corners intact, no creases. Eye-appealing for the grade.

Editorial note

The Wagner T206 is the most-discussed card in the hobby. Even SGC-2 examples clear seven figures because the survivorship rate is so low — fewer than 60 confirmed authentic examples exist. Sets the floor for any T206 conversation.

Sources cited

  • Robert Edward Auctions Summer 2022 catalog

    auction house

  • CardLadder T206 Wagner sales archive

    trade press

Reported figures reflect publicly-cited hammer + buyer's premium as of source date. May differ slightly from auction-house internal records. Educational reference, not appraisal.

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