Even though it's a set that doesn't include either Babe Ruth or Lou Gehrig, the 1934-36 Diamond Stars baseball set is popular with pre-War collectors thanks to its art-deco style fronts that reflect its time as good or better than any set. Despite missing a few key stars who apparently were under exclusive contract to Goudey, the Diamond Stars set can be … [Read more...] about 5 Underrated 1934-36 Diamond Stars Cards
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1960 Fleer Baseball Greats Set Provided Company’s Card Foundation
Fleer returned from a nearly 40-year absence in the production of baseball cards in 1959 with a special set commemorating the career of Ted Williams. While that set featured only the Red Sox slugger, the company had bigger plans the following year with the 1960 Fleer Baseball Greats set which included a massive collection of talent. The cards helped lay the groundwork for the … [Read more...] about 1960 Fleer Baseball Greats Set Provided Company’s Card Foundation
1933 DeLong Cards Were A One-Year Wonder
The 1933 DeLong cards combine a colorful design with a limited checklist that is chock full of Hall of Famers. Unfortunately, it was a case of one and done. While it can't match Goudey for comprehensiveness, you'll recognize most of the names. There are 15 Hall of Famers in this 24-card set, and an argument can be made for Riggs Stephenson to have a plaque at … [Read more...] about 1933 DeLong Cards Were A One-Year Wonder