Lot # 3038: 1910 E103 Williams Caramel Nap Lajoie SGC Authentic

Classic example of Cleveland Naps Hall of Famer Nap Lajoie from this very rare and classic 1910-era candy set. The E103 Williams Caramel set is easily distinguished from other caramel sets of the era by the bright red background highlighting each player's portrait. As noted on each card along the lower margin, the Williams Candy Company was located in Oxford, Pa., and this candy was very likely issued on a somewhat regional basis. This fact almost certainly accounts for their great rarity. When they are found, they usually have serious condition problems, which is not surprising considering that these cards were issued to children, one card per package of candy. The offered card has bold colors, a crisp image of Lajoie, and scattered creasing. Encapsulated as "Authentic" by SGC due to evidence of trimming. Despite the flaws, this remains a presentable example of one of Lajoie's most desirable cards.