1912 T207 Recruit Little Cigars - Ernest Wilie SGC 1.5 (Fair)

⚾ 1912 T207 Recruit Little Cigars - Ernest Wilie SGC 1.5 (Fair)

A tough and historically significant card from the 1912 T207 Brown Background set, featuring Ernest Wilie of the St. Louis Browns. The T207 issue is known for its distinctive muted artwork, deep brown backgrounds, and one of the most challenging checklists in the pre‑war era.

This example is graded SGC 1.5 (Fair) and carries the Recruit Little Cigars back—one of the standard but still desirable advertising backs within the set.

Key Features

• 1912 T207 Brown Background
• Ernest Wilie – St. Louis Browns
• Recruit Little Cigars back
• Graded SGC 1.5 (Fair)
• Classic brown‑toned lithograph artwork
• Scarcer early‑1910s tobacco issue with strong collector demand

Why Collectors Want It

The T207 set is beloved for its unique aesthetic and its notoriously difficult checklist. Even commons are significantly tougher than their T206 counterparts, and many collectors appreciate the understated, almost portrait‑like style of the artwork. Wilie’s card is a solid piece for team collectors, set builders, and anyone assembling a representative run of early tobacco issues.

Condition & Handling

Encapsulated by SGC for authentication and long‑term preservation. Displays honest wear consistent with the grade. Ships securely and promptly.