The first series of cards in the T206 set were issued beginning in 1909 in cigarette and loose tobacco packs through 16 different brands owned by the American Tobacco Company. It is a landmark set in the history of baseball card collecting due to its size and rarity, with cards of over 500 major and minor-league players issued in the set through 1911. It is known informally as the "White Border" set due to the distinctive white borders surrounding the quality color lithographs on each card.

Hal Chase has five different cards in the T206 set, more than any other subject. This version depicts the New York first baseman throwing a ball, wearing a dark cap. Centering is far north on the canvas, completely cutting off the top border in a fashion reminiscent of the 1954 Topps set. While there is some light soiling among the remaining three borders, the corners and edges are far better than the grade would suggest. Unfortunately, the cutting error keeps the card from grading higher than it already has. The red printing of the Sweet Cap back is dark and bold, and presents beautifully.