This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 3/4/2012
1950-51 Toleteros - Willard Brown (tough HOF) SGC 20, looks EX
Willard Brown is one of the best key cards in this scarce Puerto Rican set. Here is a blurb on the set-
"The last of three annual issues during the Puerto Rican League winter seasons, these cards are similar in format to the previous year's sets, with the principal difference being that the approximately 1-3/4"x2-1/2" cards are printed on thin in color rather than b&w. Most are printed on thin cardboard, but some are produced on photographic stock and are believed to be scarcer than others. An album was issued with the set, and like most contemporary Caribbean issues, cards are usually found in well-used condition with evidence of past mounting. Toleteros is roughly translated as 'sluggers'..." The Standard Catalog of Baseball Cards
This particular card boasts a very bright and well focused front and a bit of light pencil writing (which could almost assuredly be erased, resulting in a higher grade) on the reverse, if the new owner wants to go that route. We think it's a beauty and a keeper the way it is. Please don't let the grade fool you. This card has the characteristics and eye appeal of a much higher grade. Brown was inducted into the Hall of Fame by the Negro League Committee as a Player in 2006. Good luck on this really tough Negro League card.
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