1909-11 T206 Dutch Revelle
1909–11 T206 Dutch Revelle
Richmond Colts · Virginia State League · Southern Leaguer print series
The 1909–1911 T206 Dutch Revelle is part of the legendary “White Border” tobacco set — The Monster. This card depicts Dutch Revelle, a member of the historic Richmond Colts (Virginia State League), and was printed in the Southern Leaguer series, known with 3 tobacco-brand backs. Across PSA and SGC, roughly 577 examples have been graded, with only 18 in NM 7 or better — a reminder of how tough this issue is in high grade.
About Dutch Revelle
Born 1882 in Virginia (d. 1928 in Norfolk, Virginia), Robert "Dutch" Revelle was a pitcher who spent his entire career in the minor-league Virginia League from 1906 to 1913, mostly with Richmond, and never reached the major leagues.
Confirmed backs (3)
Population (PSA · SGC)
| Grader | Total | NM 7+ | 6 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 & Auth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSA | 338 | 14 | 18 | 49 | 74 | 64 | 67 | 52 |
| SGC | 239 | 4 | 6 | 30 | 33 | 42 | 44 | 80 |
NM 7+ bundles grades 7–10; 1 & Auth bundles grade 1, 1.5 & Authentic. Totals are subject-level (summed across all backs). Population as of 2026-06.
PSA by back
| Back | Graded |
|---|---|
| Old Mill | 174 |
| Piedmont 1910 | 81 |
| Hindu | 15 |
| Unknown back | 68 |
SGC by back
| Back | Graded |
|---|---|
| Hindu 1909-11 | 20 |
| Old Mill 1909-11 | 144 |
| Piedmont 1910 | 75 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the 1909-11 T206 Dutch Revelle card?
The Dutch Revelle is one of 524 subjects in the T206 "White Border" tobacco set issued 1909-1911, the hobby's most iconic vintage set (nicknamed "The Monster"). It pictures the Richmond Colts player and was inserted in cigarette packs across 3 different tobacco-brand backs.
How rare is the T206
Across PSA and SGC, roughly 577 examples of the Dutch Revelle have been graded, with only 18 grading NM 7 or higher, so mid-grade copies are obtainable while high-grade examples are genuinely scarce.
Which backs does the T206 Dutch Revelle come with?
The Dutch Revelle is confirmed with 3 tobacco-brand backs: Hindu, Old Mill, Piedmont. The back brand is a major driver of both scarcity and value.
Is the T206 Dutch Revelle valuable?
Value depends heavily on the back brand and the card's grade: common backs in low grade trade modestly, while scarce backs and high grades command strong premiums. Check the current T206 Cards listings and eBay options above for live pricing.