1948 Exhibit Supply Co. Baseball's Great Hall of Fame Hughie Jennings
Hughie Jennings · Exhibit Supply Co. (Chicago) · Exhibit Card / Vintage HOF
Player
Hughie Jennings
Set
Exhibit Supply Co. (ESCO) Baseball's Great Hall of Fame
Year
1948
Card #
Not numbered
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) to PSA 4 (VG-EX)
Category
Exhibit Card / Vintage HOF
Manufacturer
Exhibit Supply Co. (Chicago)
Demand Level
Moderate. Steady demand from Hall of Fame collectors and pre-war/post-war vintage enthusiasts.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$15 - $30
Graded Value
PSA 3: $35-$50, PSA 4: $55-$80, PSA 5: $90-$120
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for mid-grade Jennings Exhibits range from $18-$25. PSA 5 examples typically sell for $100+. Market remains stable for lower-tier HOF Exhibit cards.
Description
This 1948 Exhibit card features Hall of Famer Hughie Jennings in his iconic Detroit Tigers coaching pose with both fists raised. Part of the 'Baseball's Great Hall of Fame' series, this oversized card (approx 3-3/8 by 5-3/8 inches) features a sepia-toned image framed by neoclassical columns. The bottom border includes a detailed biographical career summary and the 'AN EXHIBIT CARD' designation.
Key Features
Hall of Fame subject, unique oversized format, 'EE-YAH' coaching pose, ESCO post-war production.
Authenticity Indicators
Confidence: High. Features correct heavy postcard stock, matte finish, and type-set fonts typical of 1940s Exhibit Supply Co. production. Note the 'MADE IN U.S.A.' line at the bottom right of the photo.
Flaws to Note
Visible softening and rounding on all four corners; minor surface staining/foxing in the white borders; slight horizontal surface scratch near the mid-right edge; age-related toning of the postcard-style stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for broad reach), Heritage Auctions (if part of a larger set), or specialized vintage baseball card Facebook groups.
Selling Tips
Use a 'top loader' specifically sized for Exhibit cards (postcards) to avoid damage. High-quality scans are better than photos for vintage items to show surface texture. Grade only if the surface is exceptionally clean to maximize HOF registry value.