November 2024 Sports Card & Memorabilia Auction
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on: 11/17/2024 7:28:30 PM

Lot #38: SCARCE Circa 1910-1912 T.J. Jordan In the Door Baseball Card Game with Original Box, Playing Pieces, & Instructions - Complete

Description

SCARCE Circa 1910-1912 T.J. Jordan In The Door Baseball Card Game - Complete with Original Box, Playing Pieces, & Instructions. There are fewer Than Ten Known! Made up of 72 playing cards, a small canvas playing field and wooden discs as men, the T.J. Jordan In the Door Card Game was issued in the early 1910's by the "Tim J. Jordan Playing Card Company". The box presents in fair condition, with the lid detached from the box. The wooden discs (6 red, 6 tan), instruction booklet, & playing cards are all in EX condition. The creator of the game, TJ Jordan, was a first baseman with the Washington Senators, New York Highlanders and Brooklyn Superbas. He led the National League and tied for the major league lead in home runs in 1906, becoming the first rookie with a share of the major league home run crown.

Condition: FR-EX
Final Bid (Includes Buyers Premium):$590
Minimum Bid:$5
Estimate:$1000 - $2000
Number of Bids:21