{"product_id":"1911-t250-gold-border-george-stone-cgc-fair-1-5-deadball-era-classic","title":"1911 T205 Gold Border – Bill Bergen #18 - SGC 3 (VG) – Classic Deadball‑Era Tobacco Issue","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e1911 T205 Gold Border – Bill Bergen #18 - SGC 3 (VG) – Classic Deadball‑Era Tobacco Issue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA beautifully preserved example from one of the most iconic and condition‑sensitive pre‑war sets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis \u003cb\u003e1911 T205 Gold Border\u003c\/b\u003e features \u003cb\u003eBill Bergen\u003c\/b\u003e, catcher for Brooklyn and one of the most fascinating figures of the Deadball Era. The T205 set is beloved for its ornate gold borders, vivid portraits, and detailed team logos—an unmistakable look that stands out among early tobacco releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eGraded \u003cb\u003eSGC 3 (VG)\u003c\/b\u003e, this card offers strong eye appeal for the grade, especially considering how easily the metallic borders chip and flake. Mid‑grade T205s remain highly desirable due to their scarcity and century‑old charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Highlights\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e1911 T205 Gold Border – Bill Bergen #18\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSGC 3 (Very Good)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eClassic gold‑leaf style borders with rich portrait artwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eOne of the most condition‑sensitive pre‑war sets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eStrong collector demand for mid‑grade T205s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eA great addition for vintage enthusiasts, set builders, or Brooklyn team collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy This Card Stands Out\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe T205 Gold Border series is a cornerstone of pre‑war collecting, and examples that survive in solid mid‑grade condition are increasingly tough to find. Bergen’s card, with its bold portrait and ornate design, remains a standout piece more than a century after its release.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sweet Caporal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42251328421991,"sku":"SC-40313","price":249.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/8601\/7127\/files\/1772555107-Bill-Bergen-1911-T205-Gold-Border-18-SGC-3-PristineAuction.com_2.jpg?v=1773476022","url":"https:\/\/mancavedugout.com\/products\/1911-t250-gold-border-george-stone-cgc-fair-1-5-deadball-era-classic","provider":"MancaveDugout","version":"1.0","type":"link"}