1909-11 T206 Jimmy Sheckard (No Glove Showing)
1909–11 T206 Jimmy Sheckard
Chicago Cubs · National League · 150-350 print series
The 1909–1911 T206 Jimmy Sheckard (“No Glove Showing” pose) is part of the legendary “White Border” tobacco set — The Monster. This card depicts Jimmy Sheckard, a member of the historic Chicago Cubs (National League), and was printed in the 150-350 series, known with 5 tobacco-brand backs. Across PSA and SGC, roughly 928 examples have been graded, with only 22 in NM 7 or better — a reminder of how tough this issue is in high grade.
About Jimmy Sheckard
Born 1878 in Upper Chanceford, PA (d. 1947), Jimmy Sheckard was a left-handed outfielder who debuted in 1897 and played 17 major-league seasons. He batted .274 with 2,084 hits, 56 home runs, and 465 stolen bases in 2,122 games.
Confirmed backs (5)
Population (PSA · SGC)
| Grader | Total | NM 7+ | 6 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 & Auth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSA | 562 | 20 | 35 | 74 | 129 | 103 | 120 | 81 |
| SGC | 366 | 2 | 7 | 39 | 69 | 73 | 75 | 101 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Piedmont 1909 | 101 |
| Piedmont | 101 |
| Sweet Caporal | 71 |
| Sweet Caporal 1909 | 65 |
| Sweet Caporal 1910 | 36 |
| Piedmont 1910 | 30 |
| Sovereign 1910 | 14 |
| Sovereign | 12 |
| Hindu | 9 |
| Old Mill | 7 |
| Sovereign 1909 | 7 |
| Unknown back | 109 |
SGC by back
| Back | Graded |
|---|---|
| Hindu 1909-11 | 12 |
| Piedmont 1909 | 143 |
| Piedmont 1910 | 60 |
| Piedmont 1911 | 1 |
| Sovereign 1909 | 5 |
| Sovereign 1910 | 18 |
| Sweet Caporal 1909 | 86 |
| Sweet Caporal 1909-11 | 1 |
| Sweet Caporal 1910 | 39 |
| Sweet Caporal 1911 | 1 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the 1909-11 T206 Jimmy Sheckard card?
The Jimmy Sheckard (No Glove Showing) 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 Chicago Cubs player and was inserted in cigarette packs across 5 different tobacco-brand backs.
How rare is the T206
Across PSA and SGC, roughly 928 examples of the Jimmy Sheckard have been graded, with only 22 grading NM 7 or higher, so mid-grade copies are obtainable while high-grade examples are genuinely scarce.
Which backs does the T206 Jimmy Sheckard come with?
The Jimmy Sheckard is confirmed with 5 tobacco-brand backs: Hindu, Old Mill, Piedmont, Sovereign, Sweet Caporal. The back brand is a major driver of both scarcity and value.
Is the T206 Jimmy Sheckard 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.
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