Tim Keefe (New York)
1887 Old Judge (N172)
Timothy John Keefe (January 1, 1857 - April 23, 1933) was less than stellar when he entered professional baseball in 1880, but his 0.86 ERA in twelve games certainly made opposing managers take notice. Keefe began his career with the Troy Trojans (1880-1882) before moving to the New York Metropolitans (1883-1884), then the New York Giants (1885-1889, 1891) retiring with the Philadelphia Phillies (1891-1893). During his 14 big league seasons, Tim Keefe hurled 2,533 strikeouts posting a record of 342-223 and a 2.62 earned run average. He was the first pitcher to have three seasons topping the 300-strikeout mark. Sir Tim led the National League in ERA three times and wins twice while throwing seven 20-win seasons, six 30-win seasons and two 40-win seasons. In 1888, Tim Keefe won the Triple Crown for pitching with 35 wins, 335 strikeouts and a 1.74 ERA. The Veterans Committee elected Timothy John Keefe to the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1981.
Condition Census
| Pos | Grade | Thumbnail | Pedigree and History |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NM 7 | ||
| 2 | EX-MT 6 | ||
| 2 | EX-MT 6 | ||
| 2 | EX-MT 6 | ||
| 3 | EX 5 (7) |
Prices By Grade
1887 N172 OLD JUDGE TIM KEEFE BAT AT READY NEARLY VERTICAL
| Grade | Most Recent Price | Average Price | PSA Price | Population | POP Higher |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEM - MT 10 | – | – | – | – | – |
| MINT 9 | – | – | – | – | – |
| NM - MT 8 | – | – | – | – | – |
| NM 7 | – | – | – | 1 | – |
| EX - MT 6 | $3,960.00 | – | – | 3 | 1 |
| EX 5 | $2,640.00 | – | – | 7 | 4 |
| VG - EX 4 | – | – | – | 2 | 11 |
| VG 3 | – | – | – | 2 | 13 |
| GOOD 2 | – | – | – | 5 | 16 |
| FR 1.5 | – | – | – | – | 24 |
| PR 1 | – | – | – | 2 | 24 |
| Auth | – | – | – | 2 | 26 |
Auction Prices Realized
| Date | Price | Grade | Lot # | Auction House | Auction/Seller | Type | Cert |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/26/2021 | $3,960 | 6 | 53004 | Heritage Auctions | Summer Sports Card Catalog Auction | Auction | 05176297 |
| 09/15/2020 | $2,640 | 5 | 53012 | Heritage Auctions | The Partnerone Collection Sports Card Catalog Auct | Auction | 15819614 |
| 03/24/2019 | $3,300 | 6 | 55 | Robert Edward Auctions | 2019 Spring | Auction | 08119224 |
| 11/07/2015 | $1,793 | 5 | 10070 | Heritage Auctions | 2015 November 5 - 7 Sports Collectibles Catalog .. | Auction | 07185832 |
| 12/17/2010 | $1,550 | 5 | 277 | Lelands | November 2010 Catalog | Auction | 01429266 |
| 02/10/2010 | $4,375 | 6 | 53 | Goodwin and Co. Auctions | Masterpieces and Uncommon Commons XXV | Auction | 08119224 |
| 07/09/2009 | $1,000 | 5 | 216 | Goodwin and Co. Auctions | Masterpieces and Uncommon Commons XXII | Auction | 04516795 |
| 03/09/2009 | $8,640 | 6 | 23 | Greg Bussineau Auctions | 19th and 20th Century Sports Rarities Auction | Auction | 31015019 |
| 11/07/2007 | $2,397 | 5 | 102 | Goodwin and Co. Auctions | Masterpieces and Uncommon Commons XV | Auction | 07185832 |
| 11/06/2006 | $1,334 | 5 | 11 | SCP Auctions | SCP Auctions November 2006 Internet Auction | Auction | 04516795 |