1909-11 T206 Phil Poland
1909–11 T206 Phil Poland
Baltimore Orioles · Eastern League · 350 Only print series
The 1909–1911 T206 Phil Poland is part of the legendary “White Border” tobacco set — The Monster. This card depicts Phil Poland, a member of the historic Baltimore Orioles (Eastern League), and was printed in the 350 Only series, known with 6 tobacco-brand backs. Across PSA and SGC, roughly 673 examples have been graded, with only 14 in NM 7 or better — a reminder of how tough this issue is in high grade.
About Phil Poland
Born in Massachusetts, Phil Poland was a left-handed-hitting, right-handed-throwing outfielder and third baseman who played in the minor leagues from 1904 to 1915, including several seasons with Providence of the Eastern League; he never reached the majors.
Confirmed backs (6)
Population (PSA · SGC)
| Grader | Total | NM 7+ | 6 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 & Auth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSA | 409 | 10 | 27 | 71 | 104 | 69 | 80 | 48 |
| SGC | 264 | 4 | 4 | 25 | 48 | 71 | 52 | 60 |
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 1910 | 215 |
| Sweet Caporal 1910 | 52 |
| Sovereign 1910 | 28 |
| Sweet Caporal | 22 |
| American Beauty 1910 | 8 |
| Cycle 1910 | 5 |
| Broad Leaf 1910 | 1 |
| Unknown back | 78 |
SGC by back
| Back | Graded |
|---|---|
| American Beauty 1910 | 6 |
| Broad Leaf 1910 | 3 |
| Cycle 1910 | 10 |
| Piedmont 1910 | 161 |
| Sovereign 1910 | 31 |
| Sweet Caporal 1910 | 53 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the 1909-11 T206 Phil Poland card?
The Phil Poland 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 Baltimore Orioles player and was inserted in cigarette packs across 6 different tobacco-brand backs.
How rare is the T206
Across PSA and SGC, roughly 673 examples of the Phil Poland have been graded, with only 14 grading NM 7 or higher, so mid-grade copies are obtainable while high-grade examples are genuinely scarce.
Which backs does the T206 Phil Poland come with?
The Phil Poland is confirmed with 6 tobacco-brand backs: American Beauty, Broad Leaf, Cycle, Piedmont, Sovereign, Sweet Caporal. The back brand is a major driver of both scarcity and value.
Is the T206 Phil Poland 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.