This image was cut out of an advertising board, rather than a card, with an ad back for Boston Garter. Exceedingly rare.
Reach Baseball Catalogs from 1912 and 1913. The 1912 catalog shows Sam Crawford at the bat and Chief Bender in his windup. These are based on Loius Van Oeyens photographs. The 1913 catalog shows Home Run Baker’s swing, Chief Bender in his follow through and…
Framed collection of T206 tobacco cards form 1909-1911. The frame is a Tiger Oak period Mission frame. Top Row: Roger Bresnahan (HOF), Christy Mathewson (HOF), Sam Crawford (HOF) Eddie Collins (HOF) 2nd Row: Clark Griffith (HOF), Old Mill card back, Patsy Dougherty Center Row: Joe…
This prototype card was likely produced for advertising purposes as another like it has never been seen. There is a Reach American League Official baseball behind Bender so there may be some link there.