The 1930s Goudey issues are favorites among collectors. The colorful artwork along with the presence of numerous legendary Hall of Famers makes them among the most popular bubble gum card sets ever made. The 1934 Goudey set is no exception. Headlined by two Lou Gehrig cards, this 96-card set is the first one that many set builders jump into. However, this set challenges … [Read more...] about Vintage Set Breaks of the Week: 1934 and 1935 Goudey
Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1965 and 1966 Topps
Seven series, 598 cards, short printed high numbers. The similarities are many between the 1965 and 1966 Topps issues. At the same time, the sets carry a much different feel. The 1965 set has bright colors and those nifty little team pennants. The 1966 set design has less noise and more subdued color tones. The seemingly more popular 1965 set features four HOF rookie cards: … [Read more...] about Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1965 and 1966 Topps
Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1967 Topps
For many collectors, the 1967 Topps set is approached with vigor and excitement. Unfortunately, that excitement often fades when chasing the single printed high numbers. These cards can be tough to find, especially in nice condition. The ’67 Topps issue contains key rookie cards of Tom Seaver and Rod Carew, both occurring in the high series. Add in collector’s favorites like … [Read more...] about Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1967 Topps
Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1939 Play Ball
1939 Play Ball was Gum Inc’s leap into the baseball card market with black-and-white photos of contemporary baseball players. The issue was very popular, and it remains so today, largely due to the rookie cards of Joe DiMaggio and Ted Williams. The back of the cards features each player’s full name, a biographical write up, and an advertisement for the issue which states … [Read more...] about Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1939 Play Ball
Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1968 Topps
For many collectors, the 1968 Topps set means one thing: Nolan Ryan’s rookie card. One of the most iconic cards in the hobby, the Ryan Express headlines the set, followed closely by the first year card of fellow Hall of Famer, Johnny Bench. Highlighted by other ‘60s superstars like Mickey Mantle, Roberto Clemente, Willie Mays, and the second year cards of Tom Seaver and Rod … [Read more...] about Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1968 Topps
Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1969 Topps
The 1969 Topps set is the favorite of many collectors. This set doesn’t just mark the end of a decade, but the end of an era. A staple on bubble gum cards since the early 1950s, the '69 set holds Mickey Mantle’s last regular issue card. To many, Mantle was and still is the face of card collecting. He had retired during spring training and so his card contains complete … [Read more...] about Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1969 Topps
Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1940 Play Ball
Gum Inc. launched into the baseball card arena in 1939 with black-and-white photos of contemporary baseball players. Likely due to the popularity of the issue, the 1940 Play Ball set features 240 cards, larger than the previous year. While the set doesn’t seem to garner the same type of admiration from collectors as the colorized set that arrived in '41, it is still jam-packed … [Read more...] about Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1940 Play Ball
Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1970 Topps Baseball
1970 wasn’t just the dawn of a new decade, it was the beginning of a new era in baseball. Mickey Mantle had retired. Mays, Aaron, and Clemente were winding down their careers. Fresh faces like Johnny Bench, Tom Seaver and Reggie Jackson were poised to be the future of Major League Baseball. Rookie catcher Thurman Munson captivated New Yorkers with a magical first season. Munson … [Read more...] about Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1970 Topps Baseball
Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1941 Play Ball
When 1941 Play Ball packs hit the shelves, the world was already at war. With America on the verge of joining the fight, the populous turned its eyes to two superstars from two of the most popular teams who were making history. The Yankees’ Joe DiMaggio hit safely in 56 consecutive games, while Boston rival Ted Williams finished the season with a .406 batting average. The … [Read more...] about Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1941 Play Ball
Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1971 Topps Baseball
The 1971 Topps issue stands out when compared to Topps previous offerings. Issued in seven series, these black-bordered beauties are bold, but they are very susceptible to wear. The black frames show every flaw, making this issue one of the toughest sets to assemble in high grade. Sporting more than 40 cards featuring Hall of Fame members, the 1971 Topps set was a little … [Read more...] about Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1971 Topps Baseball