2023 FALL PREMIER AUCTION
Wed, Nov 15, 2023 09:00PM EST - Sun, Dec 3, 2023 09:51AM EST
Timed Auction
Lot 261
1963 Topps #320 Warren Spahn PSA NM-MT 8
Sold for
$216
Sold Price includes BP
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $200 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $30,000 | $2,500 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
| $200,000 | $25,000 |
| $500,000 | $50,000 |
| $1,000,000 | $100,000 |
| $1,500,000 | $150,000 |
The high-grade example presented has been given a PSA grade of NM-MT 8. Only 16 copies graded higher. Vintage collectors widely regard the '63 Topps as one of the most exceptional baseball card sets ever produced. It utilized the 1953 Topps Baseball as a foundation for its design, incorporating stunning photography and vibrant colors. The lower sections of the cards are adorned with panels of different colors that display the player's name, position, and team. These panels extend all the way to the bottom of the card. As a result, the corners of the cards are prone to damage and wear, which makes it challenging to come across these cards in a condition that is considered high-grade.
Warren Spahn, a renowned left-handed pitcher, achieved an impressive career record of 363 wins, making him the all-time leader in this category for left-handed pitchers. He achieved this remarkable feat while playing exclusively in the post-1920 live-ball era. Spahn's excellence extended beyond mere victories, as he was selected to the All-Star team a staggering 17 times. Additionally, he reached the milestone of winning 20 games or more in 13 seasons, demonstrating his consistent dominance on the mound.
An exceptional highlight of Spahn's career occurred when he achieved a remarkable 23-7 win-loss record at the age of 42. This achievement solidified his status as a legendary figure in baseball history. In recognition of his exceptional performance, Spahn was awarded the prestigious Cy Young Award in 1957. Furthermore, he finished as a three-time runner-up for this esteemed honor during an era when only one award was presented for both leagues.
Aside from his remarkable win record and numerous accolades, Spahn also held the Major League record for career strikeouts by a left-handed pitcher at the time of his retirement in 1965. This further solidified his place among the greatest pitchers of all time.
Spahn's remarkable achievements were acknowledged by his induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1973. Remarkably, he received an overwhelming 82.89% of the vote in his first year of eligibility, emphasizing the high regard he held by his peers and fans alike. Today, his legacy lives on through the Warren Spahn Award, an annual accolade given to the best left-handed pitcher in Major League Baseball, which is a fitting tribute to his exceptional career.
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