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Archive for August, 2013

1948 Bowman Football Cards

1948 Bowman Football Cards

By Chris Stufflestreet

1948 Bowman Football marked the start of modern football collecting. The vintage set includes rookies of Sammy Baugh, Pete Pihos and Steve Van Buren.

1964 Philadelphia Football Cards

1964 Philadelphia Football Cards

By Chris Stufflestreet

1964 Philadelphia Football marked the company’s first foray into the NFL. Key cards include Jim Brown, Johnny Unitas and Merlin Olsen.

1965 Philadelphia Football Cards

1965 Philadelphia Football Cards

By Chris Stufflestreet

1965 Philadelphia Football marks the company’s second year as the official NFL card producer. The checklist includes rookie cards of six Hall of Famers, including Paul Warfield and Charley Taylor.

1969 Topps Man on the Moon Trading Cards

1969 Topps Man on the Moon Trading Cards

By Ryan Cracknell

1969 Topps Man on the Moon trading cards document the Apollo 11 space mission that culminated in Neil Armstrong becoming the first man to walk on the moon. Released in two different issues, the set looks at both the mission, its crew, training and more.

1974 Topps Baseball Cards Checklist

1974 Topps Baseball Cards Checklist

By Rob Bertrand

Released for the first time as a single series, 1974 Topps Baseball is led by the Dave Winfield rookie card. Other rookies of note include Dave Parker and Ken Griffey Sr.

1974 Topps Traded Baseball Cards

1974 Topps Traded Baseball Cards

By Rob Bertrand

The first Topps Traded set, 1974 Topps Traded Baseball features a relatively small lineup of players who switched teams over the course of the 1974 season.

1975 Topps Baseball Cards

1975 Topps Baseball Cards

By Rob Bertrand

1975 Topps Baseball has a loaded checklist that includes rookie cards of George Brett, Robin Yount, Gary Carter and Jim Rice. The colorful design puts it among the most memorable of the decade.

1976 Topps Baseball Cards

1976 Topps Baseball Cards

By Rob Bertrand

Without a potent lineup of rookies, 1976 Topps Baseball remains very affordable. The attractive set is highlighted by rookie cards of Dennis Eckersley and Willie Randolph.

1977 Topps Baseball Cards

1977 Topps Baseball Cards

By Rob Bertrand

1977 Topps Baseball doesn’t have a huge rookie card to anchor its value but it does have several second-tier stars, including Andre Dawson, Dale Murphy and Bruce Sutter. Definitely one of the quieter sets of the decade, in terms of both design and impact.

1978 Topps Baseball Cards

1978 Topps Baseball Cards

By Rob Bertrand

1978 Topps Baseball is anchored by a pair of Hall of Fame rookies: Eddie Murray and Paul Molitor (who shares a card with Alan Trammell). While it’s one of the more subtle sets of the decade, it’s still widely respected among collectors.

1979 Topps Baseball Cards

1979 Topps Baseball Cards

By Rob Bertrand

1979 Topps Baseball is largely about the Ozzie Smith rookie card. An otherwise weak rookie checklist and somewhat plain design make the set easy to overlook when compared to other sets from the era.

1982 Topps Smurf Supercards Trading Cards

1982 Topps Smurf Supercards Trading Cards

By Ryan Cracknell

1982 Topps Smurf Supercards is a fun over-sized set that features silly affirmations, Smurf-inspired cliches and sayings that have racy double meanings. As far as Smurfs trading cards go, this is the premier set for the franchise.

1990 Topps Simpsons Trading Cards

1990 Topps Simpsons Trading Cards

By Ryan Cracknell

1990 Topps Simpsons trading cards are the first to feature the classic animated series. The simple set remains an affordable and easy-to-collect piece of early Simpsons memorabilia.

1993 SkyBox Simpsons Trading Cards Checklist

1993 SkyBox Simpsons Trading Cards Checklist

By Ryan Cracknell

1993 SkyBox Simpsons trading cards cover a lot of ground. Besides a comprehensive base set, it also has several interactive inserts. The set’s greatest contribution to the hobby are the Matt Groening sketch cards.

1995 Topps Star Wars Widevision Trading Cards

1995 Topps Star Wars Widevision Trading Cards

By Ryan Cracknell

One of the most impressive sets in the franchise’s history, 1995 Topps Star Wars Widevision offers an extensive look at the original film. Done in tall boy format, the cards use digitally remastered images.

1996 Topps Star Wars 3Di Widevision Trading Cards

1996 Topps Star Wars 3Di Widevision Trading Cards

By Ryan Cracknell

Something of an experimental release, 1996 Topps Star Wars 3Di Widevision trading cards offer a different look at the original film. Although not very popular during its initial release, it is now one of the more valuable entertainment base sets of the 1990s.

1996 Topps Star Wars Finest Trading Cards

1996 Topps Star Wars Finest Trading Cards

By Ryan Cracknell

1996 Topps Star Wars Finest is an art-based set that focuses entirely on characters from the original trilogy and early Expanded Universe. As with most every Finest set, Refractors are the most popular part of the set.

1998 Inkworks Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 1 Trading Cards

1998 Inkworks Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 1 Trading Cards

By Ryan Cracknell

The first of many sets in the line, 1998 Inkworks Buffy the Vampire Slayer trading cards remain very popular. Many of the cards are very valuable too. Joss Whedon, Alyson Hannigan and David Boreanaz all have autographs.

2012-13 Panini Elite Series Basketball Cards

2012-13 Panini Elite Series Basketball Cards

By Ryan Cracknell

Offering a premium spin on the longstanding brand, 2012-13 Panini Elite Series Basketball delivers four autographs per single-pack box. The set also marks the debut of new Elite Glass inserts.

2012-13 Panini Prime Hockey Cards

2012-13 Panini Prime Hockey Cards

By Ryan Cracknell

2012-13 Panini Prime Hockey is the company’s high-end release of the year. Every box includes three big hits plus a two-card Dominion pack. Unique patch, skate, glove and lace cards are among the top cards.

2013 Bowman Platinum Baseball Cards

2013 Bowman Platinum Baseball Cards

By Ryan Cracknell

Prospects, rookies and autographs are the focus of 2013 Bowman Platinum Baseball. Every hobby box delivers a pair of Refractor Autographs and an autographed relic.

2013 Leaf Autographed Jersey Football

2013 Leaf Autographed Jersey Football

By Ryan Cracknell

2013 Leaf Autographed Jersey Football is a product aimed at autographed memorabilia collectors. Each box has a signed custom jersey. Signers include a mix of current and retired stars.

2013 McFarlane NFL Small Pros Series 1 Mini Figures

2013 McFarlane NFL Small Pros Series 1 Mini Figures

By Ryan Cracknell

2013 McFarlane NFL Small Pros Series 1 is the first line of blind-packaged football mini figures from the company. Besides 8 main figures, there is one chase piece and 4 variants.

2013 Panini Cooperstown Baseball Cards

2013 Panini Cooperstown Baseball Cards

By Ryan Cracknell

Delving deep into baseball’s past, 2013 Panini Cooperstown Baseball focuses only on the game’s all-time greats. Hobby boxes promise a Hall of Fame autograph and several inserts.

2013 Panini Disney Princess Style Stickers

2013 Panini Disney Princess Style Stickers

By Ryan Cracknell

2013 Panini Disney Princess Style stickers show what it’s like to be royalty in the animated kingdom. The collection includes more than 200 stickers including some made of satin and foil.

2013 Pinnacle Baseball Cards

2013 Pinnacle Baseball Cards

By Ryan Cracknell

After 15 years away from the sport, 2013 Pinnacle Baseball sees the return of several familiar inserts and nostalgic delights. Hobby boxes deliver two autographs.

2013 Rittenhouse WNBA Basketball Cards

2013 Rittenhouse WNBA Basketball Cards

By Ryan Cracknell

Distributed as a factory set, the 2013 Rittenhouse WNBA set includes autographs from both Brittney Griner and Elena Delle Donne. Get full details including the full checklist.

2013 Sportkings Series F Trading Cards

2013 Sportkings Series F Trading Cards

By Ryan Cracknell

2013 Sportkings Series F covers a broad spectrum of sports. It comes with a checklist of top performers from the past and present. Single-pack boxes come with five cards including one autograph or memorabilia card.

2013 Super Box Football Cards

2013 Super Box Football Cards

By Ryan Cracknell

2013 Super Box Football is a repurchase product put together by long-time hobby dealers SBay Cards. Each box has between one and five premium cards or autographed memorabilia pieces.

2013 Topps Football Variation Short Prints Guide

2013 Topps Football Variation Short Prints Guide

By Ryan Cracknell

Get a comprehensive look at the 2013 Topps Football variation short prints and know exactly what to look for. Includes checklist, images, side-by-side comparisons and more.

2013 Topps Mini Baseball Cards

2013 Topps Mini Baseball Cards

By Ryan Cracknell

It’s a small world after all with 2013 Topps Mini Baseball offering a tiny take on the company’s flagship set. Offered originally as an online exclusive, boxes include one autograph or memorabilia card.

2013 Topps MLB Chipz

2013 Topps MLB Chipz

By Ryan Cracknell

2013 Topps MLB Chipz takes the poker chip concept and gives it a collectible baseball twist. Magnetic, glow-in-the-dark, autographed and relic versions add to the oddball chase.

2013 Topps Pro Debut Baseball Cards

2013 Topps Pro Debut Baseball Cards

By Ryan Cracknell

Capturing the best in Minor League Baseball, 2013 Topps Pro Debut Baseball delivers two autographs and two additional premium inserts in every hobby box.

2013 Topps Qubi Baseball Stampers

2013 Topps Qubi Baseball Stampers

By Ryan Cracknell

2013 Topps Qubi Baseball marks the debut of a new kind of sports collectible. They’re ink stamps that come with player portraits, signatures and team logos. The low-end product lets kids decorate pages and create base collages and artwork.

2013 Topps Star Wars Galactic Files 2 Autographs Guide

2013 Topps Star Wars Galactic Files 2 Autographs Guide

By Ryan Cracknell

Some of the biggest names in Star Wars have autographs in 2013 Topps Star Wars Galactic Files 2. Get a detailed look at the set including the first-ever dual autograph cards for the franchise.

2013 Topps Star Wars Galactic Files 2 Trading Cards

2013 Topps Star Wars Galactic Files 2 Trading Cards

By Ryan Cracknell

The encyclopedic look at the Star Wars universe continues in 2013 Topps Star Wars Galactic Files 2. The set comes with a massive base set, several inserts and two premium inserts per box.

2013 Topps Tier One Baseball Hot List

2013 Topps Tier One Baseball Hot List

By Trey Treutel

While the top draw is the one-of-one Bat Knobs, plenty of autographs add to the appeal for 2013 Topps Tier One Baseball. Get a real-time look at the most-watched cards in the set as well as a list of the top 20 sales from the set’s first few days on the market.

2013-14 O-Pee-Chee Hockey Cards

2013-14 O-Pee-Chee Hockey Cards

By Ryan Cracknell

Targeted at set builders, 2013-14 O-Pee-Chee Hockey is one of the biggest sets of the year. The checklist is led by top rookies from last season. Popular manufactured team patch cards return.

Comprehensive NBA Basketball Jersey Buying Guide

Comprehensive NBA Basketball Jersey Buying Guide

By Trey Treutel

If you are in the market for a new NBA jersey, check out this guide before you buy. This helpful guide explains the differences between NBA jersey styles, how to identify fakes, and provides a team jersey shopping guide.

Definitive Guide to Hartland Figurines

Definitive Guide to Hartland Figurines

By Rob Bertrand

Hartland figurines have a rich history among sports memorabilia collectors. This detailed guide covers everything you need to know about collecting these statues. Get a comprehensive overview of the company, organized checklist, a list of the most valuable figuines, production numbers and more.

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Glossy Inserts Add Exciting Chase to 2013-14 O-Pee-Chee Hockey

Glossy Inserts Add Exciting Chase to 2013-14 O-Pee-Chee Hockey

By Trey Treutel

Get detailed info and a comprehensive checklist for 2013-14 O-Pee-Chee Hockey Glossy Inserts, a 60-card insert set that wasn’t announced in advance. These short-printed inserts have been quite popular on the secondary market.

More Odd Cards Being Found In 2013 Allen & Ginter Baseball

More Odd Cards Being Found In 2013 Allen & Ginter Baseball

By Trey Treutel

What do President Barack Obama, President John F. Kennedy, Wrigley Field and Kim Kardashian have in common? 2013 Topps Allen & Ginter Baseball Oddity Relics, of course! View the full checklist, image gallery and more

Prince George of Cambridge Gets a Rookie Card

Prince George of Cambridge Gets a Rookie Card

By Ryan Cracknell

He’ll just have to wait to be king, but Prince George of Cambridge is getting his own baseball card from Topps. See the card and get details on where to find it.

See the 2013 Topps Garbage Pail Kids Chrome C Variations

See the 2013 Topps Garbage Pail Kids Chrome C Variations

By Ryan Cracknell

Rare 2013 Topps Garbage Pail Kids Chrome C Variations are popping up, offering a third name for several cards. Get a detailed look at the pricey short prints including a checklist and image gallery.

Top 10 Dennis Rodman Cards of All-Time

Top 10 Dennis Rodman Cards of All-Time

By Trey Treutel

Dennis Rodman is most famous for his crazy behavior and wild antics, but the Hall of Fame NBA star still commands hobby respect. Check out some of his best basketball cards to collect.

Top 10 Patrick Ewing Cards to Collect

Top 10 Patrick Ewing Cards to Collect

By Trey Treutel

Patrick Ewing is one of the best players in NBA history and a legend for the Knicks. Check out a few of the best cards to collect for Ewing from his Hall of Fame career.

Topps Creates Replacement Autograph Cards for Unfulfilled Redemptions

Topps Creates Replacement Autograph Cards for Unfulfilled Redemptions

By Ryan Cracknell

With weeks rolling into months and even years on some outstanding redemptions, Topps has created a set of replacement autographs. We’ve compiled a list of 2013 Topps Replacement Autographs including a checklist, images, shopping guide, parallel info and more.