Been waiting for the opportunity to upgrade my 8 and got sent an offer on this that I couldn’t resist.
I cannot hit curveball. Straightball I hit it very much. Curveball, bats are afraid. Collecting: post world war II HOF rookie 76 topps gem mint 10 commons 9 stars Arenado purple refractors(Rockies) Red (Cardinals) successful deals with Keevan, Grote15, 1954, mbogoman
@76collector said:
Been waiting for the opportunity to upgrade my 8 and got sent an offer on this that I couldn’t resist.
Sweet card!!
Thanks. Coming from someone with as keen of an eye as you for quality I really appreciate it.
Jeff
I cannot hit curveball. Straightball I hit it very much. Curveball, bats are afraid. Collecting: post world war II HOF rookie 76 topps gem mint 10 commons 9 stars Arenado purple refractors(Rockies) Red (Cardinals) successful deals with Keevan, Grote15, 1954, mbogoman
This was the final loose card that I needed to complete my raw 1989 SLU Baseball set of 168 cards. The Braves were mostly just regionally distributed pieces, except Dale Murphy, and the Sutter has been one of the toughest for me to find. I did pick up a PSA 7.5 about a year ago, just in case I was never able to find a loose card. In that year, I've seen 3 or 4 sealed figures come up for sale, but never came across a loose card in that year's time, until this one. The cards in the sealed bubbles either looked iffy condition-wise, or the price point was too high to justify buying with the intent of ripping it out.
Here's my 7.5:
I know that Starting Lineup cards get dismissed by most, but they are some of the least produced and most condition sensitive cards of the junk wax era. Some sealed figures or loose raw cards only come up for sale a couple times a year. Part of that is indifference by the owners that have them, or a lack of interest from potential buyers, but a lot of it is because they are truly rare, especially for an 80s/90s release. And now that they're bringing them back after 21 years, look for there to be a renewed interest in these somewhat forgotten collectibles, especially the cards.
In case you didn't see the press release earlier this week, Hasbro and Fanatics are teaming up to resurrect the Starting Lineup brand, with a new logo the only detail that's been revealed.
David: I’d have loved a 5+ on Mantle but thought it had a chance of being too small or trimmed, so was reasonably happy with the grade. I had a couple other 55B’s that didn’t do as well, but they all had some centering peculiarities… so while disappointed at least I learned how they treat them (back slightly miscut, etc). Would have liked higher on that Ryan though!
This was the final loose card that I needed to complete my raw 1989 SLU Baseball set of 168 cards. The Braves were mostly just regionally distributed pieces, except Dale Murphy, and the Sutter has been one of the toughest for me to find. I did pick up a PSA 7.5 about a year ago, just in case I was never able to find a loose card. In that year, I've seen 3 or 4 sealed figures come up for sale, but never came across a loose card in that year's time, until this one. The cards in the sealed bubbles either looked iffy condition-wise, or the price point was too high to justify buying with the intent of ripping it out.
Here's my 7.5:
I know that Starting Lineup cards get dismissed by most, but they are some of the least produced and most condition sensitive cards of the junk wax era. Some sealed figures or loose raw cards only come up for sale a couple times a year. Part of that is indifference by the owners that have them, or a lack of interest from potential buyers, but a lot of it is because they are truly rare, especially for an 80s/90s release. And now that they're bringing them back after 21 years, look for there to be a renewed interest in these somewhat forgotten collectibles, especially the cards.
In case you didn't see the press release earlier this week, Hasbro and Fanatics are teaming up to resurrect the Starting Lineup brand, with a new logo the only detail that's been revealed.
This was the final loose card that I needed to complete my raw 1989 SLU Baseball set of 168 cards. The Braves were mostly just regionally distributed pieces, except Dale Murphy, and the Sutter has been one of the toughest for me to find. I did pick up a PSA 7.5 about a year ago, just in case I was never able to find a loose card. In that year, I've seen 3 or 4 sealed figures come up for sale, but never came across a loose card in that year's time, until this one. The cards in the sealed bubbles either looked iffy condition-wise, or the price point was too high to justify buying with the intent of ripping it out.
Here's my 7.5:
I know that Starting Lineup cards get dismissed by most, but they are some of the least produced and most condition sensitive cards of the junk wax era. Some sealed figures or loose raw cards only come up for sale a couple times a year. Part of that is indifference by the owners that have them, or a lack of interest from potential buyers, but a lot of it is because they are truly rare, especially for an 80s/90s release. And now that they're bringing them back after 21 years, look for there to be a renewed interest in these somewhat forgotten collectibles, especially the cards.
In case you didn't see the press release earlier this week, Hasbro and Fanatics are teaming up to resurrect the Starting Lineup brand, with a new logo the only detail that's been revealed.
Any idea of the print runs on any of the SLU cards?
No, I don't have specific production numbers, nor do I know if that's ever been published. My knowledge is mostly anecdotal from reading other's accounts, or from my own personal experience chasing these cards down. I can recite a bunch of different 1989 SLU Baseball players, though, that I've been hard pressed to find their figures/cards listed more than a handful of times in the past year.
There are actually many "rare" vintage cards in the mainstream consciousness that come up many times more frequently in a given period than some of these SLU cards (in any condition). I am quite aware that it is not an apples to apples comparison, as the SLU cards are not as popular, and quite frankly, ignored by many. You have to have sellers that feel it's worth their effort to list them, and you have to have buyers that are pursuing them so additional examples come to market.
I'm just saying that if this is something you choose to collect, the early sets with the huge checklists are not an easy project to complete without putting in some effort.
Now that the SLU product line is set for a revival, it will be interesting to see if the new collectors eventually look backwards, and if so, will that drive both interest and prices up on the old stuff, and in turn, bring more of these "hard to find" examples out into the market?
@Mikeygiggs_336699 said:
Picking up Lemieux OPC rookies with nice eye appeal whenever I see one and can’t pass up.
Which begs the question, why is that a 7? Centering looks 9ish. Think I have seen some 10s with similar centering. Color looks nice. Corners look sharp. Is there is a print defect near his helmet? Either way, great pickup.
Surface scratch on bottom left corner didn’t deter me because the centering > @UlyssesExtravaganza said:
@Mikeygiggs_336699 said:
Picking up Lemieux OPC rookies with nice eye appeal whenever I see one and can’t pass up.
Which begs the question, why is that a 7? Centering looks 9ish. Think I have seen some 10s with similar centering. Color looks nice. Corners look sharp. Is there is a print defect near his helmet? Either way, great pickup.
There is a slight surface scratch on the lower left corner that they probably downgraded otherwise it wouldn’t look out of place in at least an 8 or a 9 holder on a good day. Centering this good on this card is super tough.
Digging a bit deeper into my 75-95 rookie set. We have the 1990 NL CY Young award winner. He was also an All-star and wins leader. Some great years in Pittsburg in the late 80's early 90's.
Found a little antique mall near work and picked up a few things. The Virginia Slims of Dallas ticket pack is from 1986 (Navratilova vs. Evert-Lloyd) and some original Broadway musical runs. They were sealed in a baggie and couldn't see everything until bought.
Thought this one looked pretty good, side to side C is nice. Obv t/b is off and the cut isn’t perfect but this card is usually a hot mess and so happy to have this future classic
Comments
Nicely centered 1980's cards of two of the greatest strikeout kings.
Been waiting for the opportunity to upgrade my 8 and got sent an offer on this that I couldn’t resist.
Collecting:
post world war II HOF rookie
76 topps gem mint 10 commons 9 stars
Arenado purple refractors(Rockies) Red (Cardinals)
successful deals with Keevan, Grote15, 1954, mbogoman
Sweet card!!
Added a great Carlton card
2004 spx
1989 topps psa 10
1959 phillies
Phillies of the 70's
Pleased to add a Hank Aaron to the collection.
I collect hall of fame rookie cards, https://www.instagram.com/stwainfan/
A beauty. Wonder why St Louis ever traded him.
Got a few back from grading today…
Bosox1976
Thanks. Coming from someone with as keen of an eye as you for quality I really appreciate it.
Jeff
Collecting:
post world war II HOF rookie
76 topps gem mint 10 commons 9 stars
Arenado purple refractors(Rockies) Red (Cardinals)
successful deals with Keevan, Grote15, 1954, mbogoman
hey Bosox1976,
Looks like you had an Awesome mailing day.
Fresh PSA regular $100 service returned today (logged 4/11) not bad turn around by any means and well worth it.
myslabs.to/smzcards
They must have thought it Wise.
I thought they traded him because he wanted too much money.
My cards on COMC
Correct. Both were demanding more money, and at the time their stats were pretty equal.
Mike,
Do you feel the 55s were graded well? That 79 Ryan is off the charts centered. Wow!!
Thanks,
David (LD_Ferg)
1985 Topps Football (starting in psa 8) - #9 - started 05/21/06
This was the final loose card that I needed to complete my raw 1989 SLU Baseball set of 168 cards. The Braves were mostly just regionally distributed pieces, except Dale Murphy, and the Sutter has been one of the toughest for me to find. I did pick up a PSA 7.5 about a year ago, just in case I was never able to find a loose card. In that year, I've seen 3 or 4 sealed figures come up for sale, but never came across a loose card in that year's time, until this one. The cards in the sealed bubbles either looked iffy condition-wise, or the price point was too high to justify buying with the intent of ripping it out.
Here's my 7.5:
I know that Starting Lineup cards get dismissed by most, but they are some of the least produced and most condition sensitive cards of the junk wax era. Some sealed figures or loose raw cards only come up for sale a couple times a year. Part of that is indifference by the owners that have them, or a lack of interest from potential buyers, but a lot of it is because they are truly rare, especially for an 80s/90s release. And now that they're bringing them back after 21 years, look for there to be a renewed interest in these somewhat forgotten collectibles, especially the cards.
In case you didn't see the press release earlier this week, Hasbro and Fanatics are teaming up to resurrect the Starting Lineup brand, with a new logo the only detail that's been revealed.
https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/33760968/starting-lineup-figurines-coming-back-21-year-hiatus
David: I’d have loved a 5+ on Mantle but thought it had a chance of being too small or trimmed, so was reasonably happy with the grade. I had a couple other 55B’s that didn’t do as well, but they all had some centering peculiarities… so while disappointed at least I learned how they treat them (back slightly miscut, etc). Would have liked higher on that Ryan though!
Bosox1976
@Goldenage if you can believe it Carlton asked $65,000 for 1972. Phillies sent pitcher Rick Wise to St. Louis in exchange for Carlton.
2004 spx
1989 topps psa 10
1959 phillies
Phillies of the 70's
Any idea of the print runs on any of the SLU cards?
Nic
Guides Authored - Graded Card Scanning Guide PDF | History of the PSA Label PDF
No, I don't have specific production numbers, nor do I know if that's ever been published. My knowledge is mostly anecdotal from reading other's accounts, or from my own personal experience chasing these cards down. I can recite a bunch of different 1989 SLU Baseball players, though, that I've been hard pressed to find their figures/cards listed more than a handful of times in the past year.
There are actually many "rare" vintage cards in the mainstream consciousness that come up many times more frequently in a given period than some of these SLU cards (in any condition). I am quite aware that it is not an apples to apples comparison, as the SLU cards are not as popular, and quite frankly, ignored by many. You have to have sellers that feel it's worth their effort to list them, and you have to have buyers that are pursuing them so additional examples come to market.
I'm just saying that if this is something you choose to collect, the early sets with the huge checklists are not an easy project to complete without putting in some effort.
Now that the SLU product line is set for a revival, it will be interesting to see if the new collectors eventually look backwards, and if so, will that drive both interest and prices up on the old stuff, and in turn, bring more of these "hard to find" examples out into the market?
Pulled from Walmart blaster. Aaron Judge throwback variation.
Chipper Jones Basic Topps Set - All 10's for 10
Sam Houston State Alumni Rookie Set
hey Bearkat21,
that's pretty cool...I like that one.
Picking up Lemieux OPC rookies with nice eye appeal whenever I see one and can’t pass up.
A pack pull from I think a couple years ago.
Finally sent it in for grading.
Always a worthwhile purchase. Nice.
hey UFFDAH,
That's a Nice One...
Which begs the question, why is that a 7? Centering looks 9ish. Think I have seen some 10s with similar centering. Color looks nice. Corners look sharp. Is there is a print defect near his helmet? Either way, great pickup.
Surface scratch on bottom left corner didn’t deter me because the centering > @UlyssesExtravaganza said:
There is a slight surface scratch on the lower left corner that they probably downgraded otherwise it wouldn’t look out of place in at least an 8 or a 9 holder on a good day. Centering this good on this card is super tough.
Added another Bryce
2004 spx
1989 topps psa 10
1959 phillies
Phillies of the 70's
Sky birds
Kiss me twice.....let's party.
Digging a bit deeper into my 75-95 rookie set. We have the 1990 NL CY Young award winner. He was also an All-star and wins leader. Some great years in Pittsburg in the late 80's early 90's.
Nic
Guides Authored - Graded Card Scanning Guide PDF | History of the PSA Label PDF
Found a little antique mall near work and picked up a few things. The Virginia Slims of Dallas ticket pack is from 1986 (Navratilova vs. Evert-Lloyd) and some original Broadway musical runs. They were sealed in a baggie and couldn't see everything until bought.
Also some old postcards that I liked.
Card shop find...thought it was worthy of grading.
Thought this one looked pretty good, side to side C is nice. Obv t/b is off and the cut isn’t perfect but this card is usually a hot mess and so happy to have this future classic
Bosox1976
hey Bosox1976,
Oh Wow, Pretty cool...
My latest obsession, the 1980 Topps Basketball set..........had to pick up the centerpiece, of course.
Bill, nice pickup!
Successful card BST transactions with cbcnow, brogurt, gstarling, Bravesfan 007, and rajah 424.
Slow but steady progress on the Red Heart set. 24 down, 9 to go.
I have been traveling for work since Saturday. Got back to a PSA sub of random cards.
Then finally these two as well from the same sub “Do you believe in miracles?” Yes.