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Historic Sports Memorabilia Up for Bid in Weiss Auctions' Latest Offering

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The Weiss Auction catalog is brimming with coveted sports memorabilia, including autographed items by Babe Ruth, a unique 1952 Topps Roy Campanella card, and an Olympic torch from the 1936 Berlin games, showcasing a treasure trove of items from four decades of Topps baseball card sets and hundreds of autographs. A standout in the auction is the only PSA-registered autographed 1952 Topps Roy Campanella card, with bids approaching $40,000.

Collectors will find a plethora of Ruth-signed collectibles, including a 1946 minor league scorecard and various personal photos and signatures. Jackie Robinson enthusiasts have the chance to acquire a signed index card from 1952. Additionally, a highly sought-after 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle card graded SGC 3 is available, along with nearly complete sets from 1952 missing only a few key cards.

The auction also spans a complete run of Topps sets from 1956 through 1979, enriched by a 1986-87 Fleer Basketball set, all from "The Toledo Collection" featuring cards from the '40s and '50s, including Jackie Robinson rookies and Leaf Ruth cards. Pre-War card enthusiasts will find Goudey and T206 Hall of Famers.

Autograph collectors will be drawn to the 1937 Los Dragones team sheet signed by Josh Gibson, Satchel Paige, and James “Cool Papa” Bell, among other rare autographed items and collections. The auction catalog includes over 400 lots, with online pre-bidding now open and culminating in a live webcast finale at 10 AM Eastern time on Wednesday, March 27.