Plank, Philadelphia, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company 1909 - 1911
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This 1909-1911 baseball card from the "White Border" series, produced by the American Tobacco Company, features Philadelphia Athletics pitcher Eddie Plank. Part of a set of 150 cards, these were distributed as inserts in packs of cigarettes. The artwork features Plank in a simple portrait, showcasing his likeness against a blue background with his team's "A" prominently displayed on his uniform. The cards are considered valuable collectibles and have been collected by baseball enthusiasts for over a century.
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