The 1952 Topps set is what many mark as the beginning of the era of the modern trading card. Not only did it launch a collecting revolution, it marked the real beginning of the company’s place in American culture. It's home to the '52 Mickey Mantle, the most recognizable and most valuable post-War baseball card, one which has become as much an investment commodity as it … [Read more...] about Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1952 Topps
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Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1954 Topps
The 1954 Topps set is best known for one thing: rookies. Featuring key rookie cards of Hank Aaron, Ernie Banks, and Al Kaline, Topps' third major set packs a ton of punch. Although it is missing the young phenom, Mickey Mantle, it is still stacked with Cooperstown elites: two Ted Williams cards bookend the set, with greats like Jackie Robinson and Willie Mays ranking … [Read more...] about Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1954 Topps
Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1956 Topps
1956 Topps is a sweet victory lap issue. Having just won the bubble-gum war by buying out its chief competition, the ’56 Topps issue showcases beautiful dual-image cards, featuring a portrait and an in-action shot. The artwork jumps off the cards of a design, favorited by many collectors. The set contains some variations, but the basic set consists of 340 cards (excluding … [Read more...] about Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1956 Topps
Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1957 Topps
The 1957 Topps baseball set was a landmark issue. It was the first set made from player photographs and also the largest gum card set to date at over 400 cards. Although the '50s photography left many images appearing excessively dark, the white borders and classic stadium backdrops have made it a favorite of collectors for decades. The set is anchored by Mickey Mantle, … [Read more...] about Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1957 Topps
Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1959 Topps
To most collectors, the 1959 Topps set was an upgrade in terms of design from the 1958 issue. The lower case font was definitely different and so were the round pictures surrounded by bold-colored backgrounds. Mickey Mantle's card was in the first series, meaning kids didn't have to wait long to pull the popular slugger's card from packs. Hall of Fame pitcher Bob Gibson's … [Read more...] about Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1959 Topps
Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1933 Goudey
It was the first mainstream baseball card set packaged with bubble gum, pioneering what would eventually become an American obsession. The 1933 Goudey set utilized dramatic color to present baseball as it was 83 years ago. Even if you can't afford a complete set, Burls Sports is offering collectors the chance to take home one of the dozens of Hall of Famers--including Babe … [Read more...] about Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1933 Goudey
Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1960 Topps
If you’re anything like me, the 1960 Topps design is a personal favorite. Maybe it's because it was the first vintage set I built. Maybe it’s the horizontal design. Maybe it’s the rookie card mini-sets, or the fun-loving all-star high numbers. Mickey Mantle’s card is, of course, iconic. Following closely on his heels in terms of hobby popularity are rookie cards of … [Read more...] about Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1960 Topps
Vintage Set Break(s) of the Week: 1961 and 1962 Topps
The 1961 baseball season was marked by the Yankees duo of Mantle and Maris chasing Babe Ruth’s home run record. Maris ultimately accomplished the feat on the final day of the regular season. It's an easy record to recall: 61 in '61. The following year saw the Yankees repeat as World Series champions while the National League expanded to match the two new teams the American … [Read more...] about Vintage Set Break(s) of the Week: 1961 and 1962 Topps
Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1963 Topps
The 1963 Topps set has long been synonymous with the the Pete Rose rookie card. Interest in the card first jumped in the mid-1980s when he chased Ty Cobb's all-time hit record. Lately, it's one of a number of Hall of Fame rookie cards that have skyrocketed in value. However, the Rose is just the tip of the iceberg with the '63 set. It's a popular issue for set builders to … [Read more...] about Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1963 Topps
Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1964 Topps
The team names obviously stand out in 1964 Topps. There is just no way around it. This along with the lack of major rookie cards likely accounts for the lack of popularity with this Topps issue. What the set lacks in rookie power, it makes up for with regular star power. The set is headlined by Mickey Mantle who spent most of the year wracked with injuries. Pete Rose’s second … [Read more...] about Vintage Set Break of the Week: 1964 Topps