The top lot of The Collector Connection April 26, 2026 auction was an impressive 1950 Bowman Complete Set (23 PSA, 1 SGC graded, Avg VG/EX), which closed at $5,877 after drawing 68 bids. Featuring solid mid-grade examples with standout condition highlights up to PSA 8, this classic post-war set continues to show strong collector demand, particularly for well balanced graded groupings that offer both eye appeal and registry potential.
Close behind was a standout single card offering from the Exhibits run, as the 1947–66 Exhibits Master Set Break Mickey Mantle Portrait (SGC 8.5 NM/MT+) realized $5,407. High-grade Mantle material remains a cornerstone of the hobby, and this sharply preserved example proved no exception, commanding significant attention and competitive bidding throughout.
Beyond the top two, the auction delivered a wide range of vintage stars, complete sets, and historic tickets, showcasing continued depth across multiple collecting categories.
Top 20 Lots Sold
- 1950 Bowman Complete Set (23 PSA, 1 SGC graded, Avg VG/EX) – $5,877
- 1947–66 Exhibits Mantle Portrait SGC 8.5 NM/MT+ – $5,407
- 1966 Philadelphia Football Complete Set (8 PSA, 1 SGC, Avg EX) – $1,824
- 1969 World Series Game 3 Full Ticket – Nolan Ryan Only WS Appearance (PSA 6 EX/MT) – $1,001
- 1967 Philadelphia Football Complete Set (7 PSA, Avg EX+) – $972
- 1954 Bowman #65 Mickey Mantle (SGC 2 GOOD) – $972
- 1947–66 Exhibits Satchel Paige (SGC 5 EX) – $649
- 1975 Topps Complete Set (Includes PSA Brett & Yount Rookies) – $531
- 9/6/1995 Orioles vs Angels Full Ticket – Cal Ripken Jr. 2131st Game (PSA 8 NM/MT) – $531
- 1955 Bowman #202 Mickey Mantle (SGC 1.5 FAIR) – $502
- 1955 Topps #198 Yogi Berra PSA 4 VG/EX (High Number) – $502
- 1959 Topps #10 Mickey Mantle SGC 3 VG – $502
- 1947–66 Exhibits Carl Yastrzemski SGC 5 EX – $472
- Indianapolis Clowns Letter Signed by Syd Pollock (1968, CAS Authenticated) – $472
- 2001 SP Authentic Tour Swatch #TW-TS Tiger Woods SGC 9.5 MINT+ – $384
- 1947–66 Exhibits Willie Mays Portrait SGC 7.5 NM+ – $384
- 1963 Topps #210 Sandy Koufax SGC 6 EX/MT – $296
- 2011 Topps Update #US175 Mike Trout Rookie PSA 7 NM – $273
- 1977 Topps Basketball White Backs Complete Set EX/MT – $273
- 1972–73 Lot of 500+ Cards w/ HOFers (Aaron, Clemente, Mays) – $273
Complete results can be found at thecollectorconnection.com.
1950 Bowman Complete Set w/ 23 PSA Graded, 1 SGC Graded Avg VG/EX with grades as high as PSA 8 – Sold for $5,877.35
