A cornerstone Hall of Fame tobacco card featuring legendary New York Giants ace Christy Mathewson from the iconic T206 “White Border” set, issued by Piedmont. Widely considered one of the most beautiful and recognizable portraits of the Deadball Era, Mathewson’s red background pose remains a must-have for advanced pre-war collectors.

This SGC 3 example offers strong vintage eye appeal with bold color, clean registration, and an attractive overall presentation. The portrait remains crisp and vibrant, while the card displays honest corner and edge wear consistent with the VG grade. Borders are well defined and the image retains excellent clarity, making it a sharp, display-worthy mid-grade copy.

Mathewson, a 373-game winner and one of baseball’s first true superstars, is among the most important figures of the early game. His cards from the T206 issue continue to anchor Hall of Fame, tobacco, and investment-level collections due to both historical significance and enduring demand.

Combining classic artwork, Hall of Fame pedigree, and affordable mid-grade condition, this is an outstanding opportunity to secure one of the key portraits from the most celebrated pre-war set ever produced.

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