1909-11 T206 Old Mill Frank Chance Portrait Yellow Back PSA 5

T206 Old Mill Frank Chance Portrait (Yellow) PSA 5 – A Golden Image of a Hall of Fame Leader

Few figures from the Deadball Era commanded more respect than Frank Chance, the legendary player-manager of the early 20th-century Cubs dynasty. A fierce competitor and strategic mind, Chance led Chicago to four pennants and two World Series titles—earning his place in Cooperstown as both a player and one of the game’s earliest tactical minds. His yellow portrait in the T206 series is among the most elegant in the entire set, offering collectors a bold, refined image of a true baseball general.

This PSA 5 example features the Old Mill back, a more difficult Southern League-associated advertising reverse that adds a layer of scarcity and intrigue. The card presents beautifully, with bright yellow color, strong image registration, and light, even corner wear consistent with the assigned grade. The combination of vibrant front and tougher back variety makes this a particularly desirable mid-grade specimen.

Among his several T206 appearances, this portrait is arguably the most striking—showcasing Chance in full uniform with a confident, composed gaze. The yellow background brings energy to the composition, standing in contrast to the more subdued hues of many T206 portraits.