T204 Ramly Ed Plank PSA NM 7
T204 Ramly Ed Plank PSA 7 - Pop 2 Golden Elegance with Only 2 Graded Higher
The T204 Ramly Ed Plank is one of the most elegant and distinguished issues of the prewar era — a masterpiece of turn-of-the-century design that fuses artistry with baseball’s earliest legend. Produced in 1909 by the Ramly Cigarette Company, the set is celebrated for its intricate gold-embossed portrait frames, ornate filigree detail, and photographic realism. Within this beautifully crafted release, Hall of Famer Eddie Plank stands out as one of the most revered subjects — a dominant left-hander whose control and composure made him one of the greatest pitchers of the Dead Ball Era.
This PSA 7 example ranks among the finest surviving specimens, with only two graded higher. The gold-foil border remains bright and intact, with extraordinary definition throughout the ornate frame. The portrait clarity is stunning, revealing Plank’s serene yet focused expression in rich, deep tones that contrast beautifully against the black vignette. The edges are crisp, corners sharp and even, and the surface remarkably clean, showing only the lightest signs of handling for a card now well over a century old.
Few cards in the hobby combine such delicate design, scarcity, and historic importance. The T204 Ramly set represents the pinnacle of early baseball aesthetics — the merging of fine art and athletic greatness — and this PSA 7 Ed Plank is a rare survivor that fully embodies that era’s charm and craftsmanship.