Lot # 478: 1909-11 T206 EPDG Bunk Congalton - SGC VG 3

Category: 1900-1948

Starting Bid: $75.00

Bids: 7 (Bid History)

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Item was in Auction "Spring, 2024 Premier Auction",
which ran from 3/11/2024 12:00 AM to
3/30/2024 9:00 PM



This stunning portrait shows the stoic outfielder against a crisp, green background. Rounded corners, minor chipping along the sides, and snow don't do much to detract from the gorgeous, bold colors and Congalton's black hair with the Superman blue tint. The centering is southeast on the canvas, which, along with some light staining more visible on an otherwise clean back, further explain the technical grade. SGC has only ever graded 10 total examples of this El Principe de Gales back version of the Congalton, with only four receiving a higher grade than the VG 3 offered here.

William Millar "Bunk" Congalton had a 20-year professional baseball career, playing more than 300 games at the Major League level with Chicago, Cleveland, and Boston. He is depicted here as a member of the Columbus Senators of the American Association, where he played more than 800 games over 6 seasons between 1905 and 1912.


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