They couldn't sell them with gum. They apparently couldn't call them baseball cards and apparently landing a lot of the biggest names in baseball at the time wasn't easy. Still, Leaf pushed onward. Their 1960 product came to market as a five-cent package of "Original Authentic Baseball Photos." So, yes, other than the fact that they were the same size as … [Read more...] about Vintage Pack Facts: 1960 Leaf Baseball
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REA Spring 2018 Auction to Feature Rare and Definitive Post-War Collection
The spring catalog from Robert Edward Auctions (REA) is always a highlight for collectors. Each year as winter turns to spring they eagerly await its arrival. For years the catalog has been a treasure trove of rare and eclectic items and 2018 looks to be no exception. This year's auction will feature a recent jaw-dropping consignment of post-War cards so large and … [Read more...] about REA Spring 2018 Auction to Feature Rare and Definitive Post-War Collection
1960 Leaf Baseball Set Was One Year Wonder
Leaf first tried its hand at a baseball card set in 1949. While that was a popular issue, the company wouldn't return to the baseball card market until 11 years later with the creation of black and white glossy cards distributed inside packages of...marbles. With Topps owning the rights to produce cards packed with gum, Leaf and its partner, Sports Novelties, Inc., … [Read more...] about 1960 Leaf Baseball Set Was One Year Wonder
1978 Topps Rack Case, Mathewson Check Pace Huggins and Scott Auction
An unopened 1978 Topps Baseball rack pack case sold for $13,145 as Huggins and Scott closed out its final catalog auction of 2015 early Friday. The three box case contained 72 total packs of the 37-year-old set that contains rookie cards of Paul Molitor, Eddie Murray and Jack Morris along with numerous Hall of Famers. The price included a 19.5% buyer’s premium. Also up … [Read more...] about 1978 Topps Rack Case, Mathewson Check Pace Huggins and Scott Auction