Much attention has been paid to recent sales of Lou Gehrig's 1925 Exhibit card. Considered Gehrig's 'rookie' card, it is emblematic of an era when manufacturers did not consistently produce card sets. While the 1925 Gehrig is far and away the most valuable Exhibit card, the yearly sets offer affordable pricing on legendary players produced in a larger format than … [Read more...]
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Hottest Andrew Benintendi Cards
It took only 421 days for him to go from draft pick to big leaguer. It took even less time for collectors to start stashing Andrew Benintendi cards. After a standout high school career in Ohio, Benintendi honed his skills at the University of Arkansas, quickly becoming first round material. He was the seventh player taken in the 2015 draft and just over a year … [Read more...]
Hottest Rafael Devers Cards
It happens every summer -- a much heralded young prospect is called up and flirts with greatness sending the collecting world into a tizzy. The subject of this latest summer romance is Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers. When he was called up Triple-A Pawtucket on July 23, the 20-year-old Dominican was the youngest player in the major leagues. Just two days later he got … [Read more...]
2016-17 Panini Impeccable to Arrive in September
The old season is two months in the rearview mirror but there’s at least one more NBA trading card product in the pipeline before next season’s training camps open. 2016-17 Panini Impeccable basketball will arrive in late September. Impeccable made its debut as a football brand last fall. It’s a higher-end issue with an average of five on-card autographs … [Read more...]
1977 Topps Football An Affordable Set To Complete
The 1977 Topps football set is known for one major rookie card — Steve Largent — but it is a very affordable product that still contains some well-known NFL stars, including the second Topps card of Walter Payton. This was the third of four consecutive 528-card sets Topps put out during the mid- to late 1970s. 1977 Topps Football Basics 1977 Topps football cards … [Read more...]
E271 Darby Chocolates are Rare, Valuable
When consumers purchased a box of Darby Chocolates in 1910, they got an extra treat with pictures of baseball players on the boxes. Today, those pictures are considered to be cards by collectors, who are finding them to be difficult additions to their collection. Here's a little more on the E271 Darby Chocolates issue. E271 Darby Chocolates Background Darby Chocolates was … [Read more...]
Topps NOW Chad Bettis Cards Benefit Cancer Charity
Chad Bettis' inspirational return from testicular cancer got plenty of well-deserved attention Monday night after the Colorado Rockies pitcher threw seven shutout innings against Atlanta. Now, he's got some new baseball cards that will help others in their fight. Bettis was featured in a Topps NOW release on Tuesday, with autographed versions also available. … [Read more...]
Radio Appreciation Day/Night Minor League Photos Include Hidden Gems
After the invention and widespread use of television, radio became less important in the lives of many Americans. Before TV became a thing, however, radio was absolutely essential and a critical piece of technology for households across the country. In the 1930s, minor league baseball teams capitalized on the popularity of radio, partnering with their local stations for a … [Read more...]
Several New Releases Arriving August 16-23
Baseball, football, basketball and hockey card collectors will all have something of interest over the next week with several different releases covering all four sports set to arrive. Courtesy of Maine Sports Cards, here's a look at some of them. Topps Clearly Authentic Baseball (8/16) If you like your box breaks short, simple and with guaranteed autographs, this one is … [Read more...]
Lou Gertenrich Cards Recall The Candy-Making Baseball Player
The 1921-22 E121 American Caramel cards featured a number of different advertising backs. One of the rarer backs features a unique scene and advertisement for a baseball player's candy company. The Lou Gertenrich sponsored cards tell an interesting story. Who Is Lou Gertenrich? Gertenrich was the son of a confectioner and as he got older, his baseball talent was discovered. … [Read more...]
