1991 Conlon Collection Smoky Joe Wood No-Hitter #126
Smoky Joe Wood · Megacards / The Sporting News · Base / Historical Tribute
Player
Smoky Joe Wood
Set
1991 Conlon Collection Series 1
Year
1991
Card #
126
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Visible white chipping on black borders and soft bottom right corner.
Category
Base / Historical Tribute
Manufacturer
Megacards / The Sporting News
Demand Level
Low/Niche. Primarily appeals to Red Sox team set builders or Conlon Collection enthusiasts.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-25, PSA 9: $35-50, PSA 10: $100+. Grading cost exceeds value for this specific copy.
Comparable Sales
Raw copies frequently sell for under $1 in bulk lots. PSA 10 examples have historically reached $100+ due to the difficulty of getting high grades on black-bordered cards, but mid-grade copies remain at bulk prices.
Description
Attractive black and white historical card featuring Smoky Joe Wood of the Boston Red Sox. Part of the acclaimed Conlon Collection using original glass-plate negatives from The Sporting News archives. Commemorates his 7/29/11 no-hitter against the Browns.
Key Features
Features high-quality photography from the Charles Conlon archive; commemorates a specific historical milestone (No-Hitter); popular among Boston Red Sox collectors and pre-war era enthusiasts.
Authenticity Indicators
Genuine card stock from the 1991 production run. High confidence. This modern era card is not a target for counterfeiting due to its high supply and low market value.
Flaws to Note
Significant white chipping along the high-sensitivity black borders, especially on the left edge. Softness and slight dinging on the bottom right corner. Centering is slightly heavy toward the top.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot) or COMC (Check Out My Cards) for individual sale.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading significantly outweighs its market value. Best sold as part of a complete 1991 Conlon set or a Red Sox team lot to maximize interest.