A nine-year-old in 1971 remembers bold black borders, the set's size, airbrushing, and more!
Posts published by “John”
A 1963 Topps Monster Flip Movies five-cent display box uncut sheet bridges The Uncut Sheet and Unopened Archives in one nostalgic non-sport gem.
Hobby archaeology: The first issue of The Trader Speaks (November 1968).
Ten original 1950s–60s wall photos from Mickey Mantle’s Holiday Inn—eight featuring Mantle—sold in Mastro’s June 2001 auction.
A March 14, 1966 Topps contract extension signed by Frank Robinson—dated to the year of his Triple Crown and second MVP award.
In 2007, ten 1969 Topps Basketball wax packs sold for under $1,000 each. In 2025, one pack brought $26,880.
A brief clarification about the 1951 Topps Major League All-Stars, the issued cards, and the uncut panels I recently shared.