For the most part, the 1930s gum cards are known for their virtually square shape and thicker cardboard. That was a drastic change from the early candy/caramel cards which were often smaller and/or printed on thinner stock. But the 1930s included all sorts of different designs and here's a look at some of the more unique issues. 1934 Al Demaree Die Cuts (R304) These die-cuts … [Read more...]
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Nearly 100 Years Later, 1920s Peggy Popcorn Set Largely Remains a Mystery
Despite learning a great deal about pre-war sports cards over the years, many mysteries remain unsolved for collectors regarding certain issues. One of those surrounds an obscure food set produced in Canada - the Peggy Popcorn set. About the Peggy Popcorn Set The Peggy Popcorn set is believed to have been produced sometime around 1920. Dating is a bit of an issue and not … [Read more...]
Panini Adds Obsidian to 2018 Card Calendar
A new football card product has been added to the NFL trading card calendar. 2018 Panini Obsidian is scheduled to arrive the day before Thanksgiving as a higher-end product on the company’s Optichrome card stock. What does Obsidian mean? If you’re a geologist, you probably already know. If not, well it's “a dark natural glass formed by the cooling of … [Read more...]
Ty Cobb’s Earliest Issues Were Atypical Cards
For many, collecting rookie cards of star players is a focal point. But sometimes, finding a player's first true issue can be a bit difficult depending on how you define 'card.' That goes for players like the great Ty Cobb. Cobb has several early issues that collectors may or may not call true rookie cards. Here's a look at his earliest cards. 1907 W600 Sporting Life Dated to … [Read more...]
Sports Card Release Calendar: September 9/12/18 – 9/25/18
The next couple of weeks will bring some new products and a few veterans to the forefront as we head into the last third of the year. Courtesy of The Break Exchange, here's a roundup of what's on the docket. 2018 Panini Spectra Football (9/12) Spectra is back with a hit-heavy box that contains just 16 cards but you could label most of them hits. Each box has four … [Read more...]
Understanding the Differences Between Goudey and World Wide Gum Cards
Owned by U.S. company Goudey in the 1930s, the Canadian-based World Wide Gum Company issued baseball card sets that often had the same look as the cards produced by their American counterpart. The cards are so similar, in fact, they often confuse collectors. But while the cards are alike, there are several differences over the years between the two types of cards. 1933 … [Read more...]
Going Beyond Babe Ruth in the 1932 Sanella / Astra Sets
Babe Ruth's card in the 1932 Sanella / Astra sets is the key issue in the release. Despite the fact the set was issued in Germany, Ruth is featured and his card is easily the most popular. It is also the most expensive, even thought it is actually one of the cheapest cards of the slugger. In all, there are 112 cards in the release and there are also plenty of other … [Read more...]
Rising Star: Christian Yelich Cards Remain Affordable
Christian Yelich rookie cards might not be atop the baseball hot list right now. That's why he might be worth the investment. Despite an MVP caliber 2018 season and a career arc that's trending decidedly upward, Yelich rookie and prospect cards are generally available at a low cost. The Yelich File When MLB.com wrote a story about potential Hall of Famers for each … [Read more...]
Bryce Harper Created a Baseball Card Set That’s Now on Sale Through Topps
What would a baseball card set look like if a Major League Baseball player created it? We now have the answer if the player is Bryce Harper. With help from Topps, the Washington Nationals star has created his own set, featuring top players in the league, his all-time favorites – and even guys with the best hair. Topps X Bryce Harper … [Read more...]
Longtime Wisconsin Card Shop Owner Devastated By Major Flooding
On a stormy night in Wisconsin, a sports card shop that had served residents for 36 years was literally washed away. The Baseball Card Shoppe by the Westgate Mall in Madison was severely damaged Aug. 20 when water that built up after torrential rains crashed into the 1,200 square-foot shop around 9 p.m. Cards, autographs, photographs and memorabilia worth more than $300,000 … [Read more...]
