Mile High Card Company’s upcoming auction is set to be a grand event for collectors and enthusiasts alike. Boasting over 2,000 lots, this auction features some of the most prestigious and sought-after cards in the industry. The highlight of the auction is the top-ranked PSA graded 1968 Topps Registry set, which will be sold card-by-card, allowing collectors the opportunity to acquire these iconic cards one by one.
One of the most coveted cards in the 1968 Topps set is the PSA 10 Mickey Mantle card, a true gem for any serious collector. Alongside Mantle, the set includes other legendary players such as Johnny Bench (rookie), Hank Aaron, Roberto Clemente, Rod Carew, Pete Rose, and a PSA 9 Nolan Ryan rookie, making it a comprehensive collection of baseball greats from that era.
The auction also features high-value items that have already attracted significant interest from bidders. One standout piece is the 1997 Metal Universe Precious Metal Gems #23 Michael Jordan, a rare find with only 90 red versions known to exist. The bidding for this card has already surpassed $100,000, indicating the enthusiasm surrounding this auction.
For basketball enthusiasts, there is a PSA 8.5 Wilt Chamberlain 1961-62 Fleer rookie card up for grabs, a piece of basketball history that is sure to command attention. Additionally, hockey fans will be delighted to find a 1966 Topps USA Test Bobby Orr rookie card graded PSA 8.5, a prized possession for any hockey card collector.
The auction extends beyond post-war classics, as it also includes a selection of pre-war gems for those looking to expand their vintage collections. From early Ty Cobb cards to a 1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal 150/649 Christy Mathewson White Cap SGC 8, collectors will have the opportunity to acquire some of the most iconic cards from the early days of the sport.
Among the post-war highlights are key lots like the 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle #311 SGC 4, 1948 and 1949 Bowman Jackie Robinson cards, and a series of high-grade cards featuring Johnny Bench, Pete Rose, and Mickey Mantle from the 1950s through the 1970s. These cards encapsulate the golden era of baseball and are valued additions to any collection.
In addition to sports cards, the auction also offers memorabilia from football, hockey, and more. Collectors can explore items such as a 1957 Topps Bill Russell PSA 6.5, a Jim Brown 1964 Philadelphia #30 PSA 10, and a Wayne Gretzky 1979 O-Pee-Chee rookie card graded PSA 8.5. Moreover, there are unique pieces like a 2015-16 Exquisite Collection Connor McDavid Rookie Relics card, a 1910s American League “All-Star” Team photo, and rare unopened vintage card boxes waiting to be discovered.
The auction is currently live with bidding scheduled to close on April 13. It presents a diverse array of items catering to collectors with varying interests, from sports cards spanning different eras and sports to vintage memorabilia and unopened product cases. Whether you are a seasoned collector or a newcomer to the hobby, this auction promises a wealth of treasures waiting to be unveiled.
