Marshall Fogel's second piece discussing collecting Mickey Mantle's cards of the '50s and '60s.
Post War Cards
Nine 1962 Topps Baltimore Colts printing plates resurfaced in 2009. The Unitas plate appears to have been retained. Each plate is shown with its final card.
With zero PSA 10s and only 65 PSA 9s graded, the 1969 Topps Deckle Edge set may be the hobby’s toughest high-end challenge.
The 1955 Rodeo Meats Album has been my white whale for years. A near-miss eBay listing taught me: when it’s reasonably priced, act fast.
Eleven overlooked stars of the 1970s put up big numbers but remain undervalued in the hobby. Their cards still offer surprising bargains today.
Ted Zanidakis’ 1986 Baseball Cards article dives into the 1953 Bowman Color set.
The 1973 Topps set is full of quirks—errors, airbrushing, and odd photos. Here are six entertaining examples that make it unforgettable.