1932 Bobby Jones Abdulla Co. German Sports Records Card #200
The Abdulla and Co. tobacco company founded in 1902 positioned themselves as a prestigious and sophisticated brand within the category, offering Egyptian and Turkish blends. Three decades later, a promotional card set titled 'Sports Records' was inserted individually in packs with German writing. It starred the two biggest names in American sport, Bobby Jones and Babe Ruth. Jones was card #200 in the 200 card set, often one that collectors didn't get to when amassing the checklist front to back. Impressive centering with three even borders, more room for underlining 'Bobby Jones, Amerika' by design. America with the German spelling of 'Amerika'. The frontside features a clear sepia image of full body Bobby post-swing in focus with a 'mystical gallery backdrop. There are just 32 examples in total in PSA population. Bobby Jones studied German, along with French and Latin, during his travels and that's precisely what you would need to read the verso of this card; or simply the online translator. In addition to Bobby Jones' name, sport and country it mentions that collectors were able to send away for a set-specific album then. Please inspect the accompanying lot photos for a detailed condition report, in addition to the aforementioned ideal centering which is often half the battle. Only 2 examples are in the PSA pop report graded a 7 or higher. This 1932 Abdulla Co. German 'Sports Records' checklist includes Ruth, Charles Lindbergh and German stars of the day such as boxer Max Schmeling. Bobby collectors have been waiting for this German print and here it is.
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