Lot 8. B18 Ty Cobb, Detroit, Red Infield. By far the most coveted blanket in the set is the Cobb red infield and in fact, one of the most desirable Ty Cobb collectibles, much scarcer than the T206 Ty Cobb with Cobb back. It is doubtful more than six exist. This example has been in our consignor’s collection for over 20 years. The offered Cobb is an excellent condition with a border, slightly angled on one side and some minor soiling on the rear, probably from the printing process. The reverse side also has a remnant of the original packaging. An example of the Cobb red infield sold at the Copeland auction in 1991 (19 years ago) for $10,450, and I can find records of two others being sold. There are other B18 Red Blankets later in this auction. See Lots 135-139. Winning Bid $8,577.
