Beautiful cards. I have two complete sets.

Love historically significant tickets and autographs. This one is not autographed but as it dates back to 113 years ago and represents one of my favorite all-time athletes.

So cool

I was bidding heavy on this one…and still lost. If anyone has any signed Thorpe items…I’m interested!

Jim Thorpe is widely considered one of the greatest all-around athletes in history. His career highlights span multiple sports and include both Olympic glory and professional success in football, baseball, and basketball.

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Olympic Achievements (1912 Stockholm Games)

• Gold Medalist in Decathlon and Pentathlon

  • Thorpe dominated the field, winning the pentathlon by placing first in 4 of 5 events.

  • In the decathlon, he scored 8,412.955 points (under old scoring system), a record that stood for decades.

  • King Gustav V of Sweden reportedly said, “You, sir, are the greatest athlete in the world.”.

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Football Career (College and Pro)

• College Football at Carlisle Indian Industrial School

  • Coached by Pop Warner.

  • In 1911–1912, led Carlisle to victories over powerhouses like Harvard and Army.

  • Known for remarkable runs, kicking, and defense.

• Professional Football Career

  • Played from 1915–1928 in early pro football leagues.

  • Became first president of the American Professional Football Association in 1920 (which later became the NFL).

  • Played for teams like the Canton Bulldogs, Oorang Indians, and Chicago Cardinals.

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Professional Baseball Career

• Played Major League Baseball from 1913 to 1919.

• Teams included:

  • New York Giants

  • Cincinnati Reds

  • Boston Braves

• Career MLB stats:

  • .252 batting average

  • Known more for his athleticism than statistical dominance.

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Basketball Career

• Played on barnstorming teams in the 1920s, including an all-Native American team.

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Legacy & Honors

• Named Greatest Athlete of the First Half of the 20th Century by the Associated Press (1950).

• Charter inductee into the Pro Football Hall of Fame (1963).

• Inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame.

2005 Playoff Absolute Tools of the Trade Jersey Relic, Jim Thorpe.
This baseball card featuring Jim Thorpe serves as a tangible reminder of his achievements as a multi-sport star and his contributions to American athletic history, particularly in baseball. While Thorpe's Olympic triumphs brought him international fame, he also played six seasons of Major League Baseball.
American Hero & MLB Trailblazer -- a member of the Sac and Fox Nation, Jim Thorpe is considered one of the greatest and most versatile athletes in American history. His importance stems from his exceptional athletic achievements and the challenges he faced due to his Native American heritage.

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