The E90-1 American Caramel set is considered to be one of the most collectible pre-war candy issues of all time. Despite the fact that it is difficult to complete because of the expensive Joe Jackson rookie card, it is popular because of its bright, colorful pictures and numerous stars. Issued in 1909, there are 120 cards in the entire set. Here are ten of my favorite … [Read more...]
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Photo of the Day: Cy Young Heads Back to Cleveland
His career was winding down but Cy Young could still wing it. At age 41 in 1908 he tossed the third no-hitter of his career, the oldest player ever to toss one. It was a record that would stand until Nolan Ryan broke it 82 years later. He'd finish the year with a 1.26 earned run average. Now, a photo of Young, wearing his Boston uniform in that fabled season, is the … [Read more...]
5 Inexpensive Cy Young Cards
Cy Young is one of the most celebrated pitchers in major league history. So dominant, in fact, he would have the league's most prestigious pitching award named after him. With his contemporary cards more than 100 years old, most of his issues are pricey ones. There are a few, however, that may not cost as much as you think and date from his time as an active player. Cy … [Read more...]
E94 Close Candy Set Includes Legends, Unique Back Ads
One of the more obscure pre-war baseball card sets is the E94 Close Candy card set. The cards are plenty rare as it is, but numerous variations make a full/master run nearly impossible to complete. Here's a (excuse the pun) closer look at the release. E94 Close Candy Basics The E94 card set was manufactured by the George Close Candy Company in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The … [Read more...]
E93 Standard Caramel Cards A Unique Issue
With only 30 subjects on the checklist, the E93 Standard Caramel card set would seem to be an easy one to tackle. However, despite its small size, it can be expensive to complete. The cards aren't as plentiful as many tobacco cards or other cards from the same era and can be challenging to find in good condition. Here's a closer look at this common caramel issue from the early … [Read more...]
1913 Tom Barker Game Cards Affordable Option For Collectors
When it comes to the likes of Joe Jackson, Ty Cobb, and Honus Wagner, collectors can have a difficult time finding affordable cards. One of the more popular options for adding cards of these players and others at low prices is the 1913 Tom Barker Game Card set. Designed as WCG-6 in the American Card Catalog, many collectors have turned to this issue - and for good reason. … [Read more...]
Collecting Cy Young
Cy Young's career began before big league players wore gloves in the field. It lasted long enough that he pitched against a player who was still active in 1930. Along the way, he threw the first pitch in modern World Series history and set multiple records. He first appeared in the 1893 Just So Tobacco issue, an ultra-scarce set that gives us a glimpse of him in his prime. … [Read more...]
Moores Trophy, Vintage Heisman Replica Top SCP Auction
The Helms Athletic Foundation/LA84 Collection of 267 sports artifacts from America’s first true sports museum brought in over $1.1 million in SCP Auctions’ 2014 Mid-Summer Classic which concluded early Sunday. The proceeds from the sale of sold items from the Helms/LA84 Collection will go toward advancing the work of the LA84 Foundation (www.LA84.org), a non-profit that funds … [Read more...]
Gehrig Watch, Signed Cy Topping SCP Auction
The 1928 World Series Championship wristwatch given to Lou Gehrig is among the highlights in SCP Auctions’ “Mid-Summer Classic” online auction, with the current high bid now over $100,000 with the buyer’s premium. The auction at www.scpauctions.com ends this Saturday, August 23, at 7 p.m. PDT. Gehrig’s 1928 World Series wrist watch was among a small but significant group … [Read more...]
Chris Levy: National is About Meeting Old, New Friends
Looking back at my first National - Atlantic City in 2003 - I am struck by how much both I and the hobby I love has changed in just a decade. Having frequently attended recent Nationals and regional shows, participated in online discussion groups, and been part of numerous auctions and transactions, I found that every few feet I stepped brought me closer to a friend or an … [Read more...]
