I just sent in a small batch of these that were from a cello pack break I did years ago. Looking at them from a regular perceptive, they looked fantastic. Getting the pre-grading scans back from PSA, so the in your face close-up, there are flaws that were surprising to me. From minor black print to some carboard toning and stains that came from I have to idea where. Saying that, some of the cards here are unbelievably nice and definitely appreciate the eye some of you guys got.
Nice. My 8 is centered the same as your 9. I do have a dead centered six . (corners are a little weak on both of mine. )Rice looks like he would rather be anywhere but posing for that picture.
Copied From Wiki .........
Thomson became a celebrity for his walk-off home run off Brooklyn Dodgers pitcher Ralph Branca to win the 1951 National League pennant. The home run, nicknamed the "Shot Heard 'Round the World", was dramatic as, until 1969, league pennants were only decided by a playoff when the teams involved finished the regular season in a tie. Prior to 1951, playoffs had only been necessary in 1946 (NL) and 1948 (AL).[citation needed]
Although in mid-August, the Giants were 13+1⁄2 games behind the league-leading Dodgers, they won 37 of their final 44 games to tie Brooklyn on the final day of the regular season, forcing a three-game playoff. The Giants won the first game 3–1 as a result of a two-run home run by Thomson (off Branca). Brooklyn's Clem Labine shut out the Giants in the second game, 10–0. The decisive contest, played on October 3 at the Polo Grounds, was the first major sporting event televised coast-to-coast in the United States.[5] The Dodgers took a 4–1 lead into the bottom of the ninth inning, but Giants shortstop Alvin Dark singled, advanced to third on a single by Don Mueller, and scored on a double by Whitey Lockman. With Lockman on second and pinch runner Clint Hartung at third, Thomson's walk-off home run turned looming defeat into a 5–4 victory. The moment was immortalized by Giants play-by-play announcer Russ Hodges's excited multiple repetitions: "The Giants win the pennant! The Giants win the pennant!"
Great looking Thomson card ! ............................Robbie
Collect 1964 Topps Baseball 1963 Fleer Lou Brock Master Set
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Great cards.
I picked up a couple really nice 59s a while back.
Those are beautiful HOF'er cards.....congrats!
Collect primarily 1959-1963 Topps Baseball
set registry id Don Johnson Collection
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Canes.....I agree with you and thanks for bumping the thread. Your Thomson and Bus Hill Aces cards are super nice!
Collect primarily 1959-1963 Topps Baseball
set registry id Don Johnson Collection
ebay id truecollector14
1st add to my 59 team in a while
Still waiting for a nice Ray Semproch and Don Cardwell to show up
2004 spx
1989 topps psa 10
1959 phillies
Phillies of the 70's
Nice Herrera card!....Semproch does not show up often, especially in nice condition and centering.
Collect primarily 1959-1963 Topps Baseball
set registry id Don Johnson Collection
ebay id truecollector14
Well I finally grabbed a Semproch I am happy with
Now where is Mr Cardwell
2004 spx
1989 topps psa 10
1959 phillies
Phillies of the 70's
I am adding a few 59 cards to my PC.
I collect hall of fame rookie cards, https://www.instagram.com/stwainfan/
hankcaddy.....beautiful Semproch.....congrats!!
stwainfan......good decision to add some 1959's to your PC.
Collect primarily 1959-1963 Topps Baseball
set registry id Don Johnson Collection
ebay id truecollector14
Been a while since I added a 59 , but here it is
2004 spx
1989 topps psa 10
1959 phillies
Phillies of the 70's
A 9 Phillies team card….whoa! That is very difficult……super nice card.
Collect primarily 1959-1963 Topps Baseball
set registry id Don Johnson Collection
ebay id truecollector14
Anybody have a nice Eddie Mathew’s for sale? PSA 7 or 8
Josh Wilker - Cardboard Gods
Mathews is a tough HOF'er in 1959 Topps for sure.....good luck in your quest.
Collect primarily 1959-1963 Topps Baseball
set registry id Don Johnson Collection
ebay id truecollector14
Having a great month , my classic car arrived today and this as well
2004 spx
1989 topps psa 10
1959 phillies
Phillies of the 70's
Super Amaro. Very tough.
Ahh....you won the Amaro on ebay.....good for you! It is a beauty.
Collect primarily 1959-1963 Topps Baseball
set registry id Don Johnson Collection
ebay id truecollector14
Mays.
I collect hall of fame rookie cards, https://www.instagram.com/stwainfan/
Big upgrade
2004 spx
1989 topps psa 10
1959 phillies
Phillies of the 70's
I just sent in a small batch of these that were from a cello pack break I did years ago. Looking at them from a regular perceptive, they looked fantastic. Getting the pre-grading scans back from PSA, so the in your face close-up, there are flaws that were surprising to me. From minor black print to some carboard toning and stains that came from I have to idea where. Saying that, some of the cards here are unbelievably nice and definitely appreciate the eye some of you guys got.
hankcaddy, that is a gorgeous mint Roberts!
Collect primarily 1959-1963 Topps Baseball
set registry id Don Johnson Collection
ebay id truecollector14
Collect primarily 1959-1963 Topps Baseball
set registry id Don Johnson Collection
ebay id truecollector14
Nice Fox. Do you have a centered Rice? Tough card.
Here is my Rice.....
Collect primarily 1959-1963 Topps Baseball
set registry id Don Johnson Collection
ebay id truecollector14
Nice. My 8 is centered the same as your 9. I do have a dead centered six . (corners are a little weak on both of mine. )Rice looks like he would rather be anywhere but posing for that picture.
That is a great Fox.
Thanks 1959....
Agree on Rice's look in the photo....lol
Collect primarily 1959-1963 Topps Baseball
set registry id Don Johnson Collection
ebay id truecollector14
Collect primarily 1959-1963 Topps Baseball
set registry id Don Johnson Collection
ebay id truecollector14
Very nice . Still on my wish list 🙂
2004 spx
1989 topps psa 10
1959 phillies
Phillies of the 70's
thanks hankcaddy
Collect primarily 1959-1963 Topps Baseball
set registry id Don Johnson Collection
ebay id truecollector14
Collect primarily 1959-1963 Topps Baseball
set registry id Don Johnson Collection
ebay id truecollector14
Collect primarily 1959-1963 Topps Baseball
set registry id Don Johnson Collection
ebay id truecollector14
Awesome Giants card Don!
Yaz Master Set
#1 Gino Cappelletti master set
#1 John Hannah master set
Also collecting Andre Tippett, Patriots Greats' RCs, Dwight Evans, 1964 Venezuelan Topps, 1974 Topps Red Sox
Thanks Dan!
Collect primarily 1959-1963 Topps Baseball
set registry id Don Johnson Collection
ebay id truecollector14
Got a batch of pack fresh 59's back. Such a tough grade. Mainly 7s and 8s
Nice
Enjoy your cards.....they are pack fresh looking and gorgeous!
Collect primarily 1959-1963 Topps Baseball
set registry id Don Johnson Collection
ebay id truecollector14
Great pick up with the 10 Don. Did you buy that already graded or did you submit that?
John, I assume you are asking about the Giants team? I submitted a 9 from my collection that bumped to a 10.
Collect primarily 1959-1963 Topps Baseball
set registry id Don Johnson Collection
ebay id truecollector14
Yes that was the card in question. Congrats. That was a recent bump? If so, it must really be a PSA 11!
No, it bumped a few years ago.....pre-covid.
Collect primarily 1959-1963 Topps Baseball
set registry id Don Johnson Collection
ebay id truecollector14
Hey good buddy.
Hoping all is well.
Hey Tony....great to hear from you and hope all is well with you too!
Collect primarily 1959-1963 Topps Baseball
set registry id Don Johnson Collection
ebay id truecollector14
Upgraded my Cardwell
2004 spx
1989 topps psa 10
1959 phillies
Phillies of the 70's
hankcaddy.....nice upgrade!
Collect primarily 1959-1963 Topps Baseball
set registry id Don Johnson Collection
ebay id truecollector14
Great looking cards- nothing to add but I really enjoy MLB history that is captured through Topps cards among others...
Experience the World through Numismatics...it's more than you can imagine.
Don, you are the best.
Completed the Baseball Thrills sub-set.
Thank you, Tony!
Chicago1976....great looking Colavito card!
Collect primarily 1959-1963 Topps Baseball
set registry id Don Johnson Collection
ebay id truecollector14
Copied From Wiki .........
Thomson became a celebrity for his walk-off home run off Brooklyn Dodgers pitcher Ralph Branca to win the 1951 National League pennant. The home run, nicknamed the "Shot Heard 'Round the World", was dramatic as, until 1969, league pennants were only decided by a playoff when the teams involved finished the regular season in a tie. Prior to 1951, playoffs had only been necessary in 1946 (NL) and 1948 (AL).[citation needed]
Although in mid-August, the Giants were 13+1⁄2 games behind the league-leading Dodgers, they won 37 of their final 44 games to tie Brooklyn on the final day of the regular season, forcing a three-game playoff. The Giants won the first game 3–1 as a result of a two-run home run by Thomson (off Branca). Brooklyn's Clem Labine shut out the Giants in the second game, 10–0. The decisive contest, played on October 3 at the Polo Grounds, was the first major sporting event televised coast-to-coast in the United States.[5] The Dodgers took a 4–1 lead into the bottom of the ninth inning, but Giants shortstop Alvin Dark singled, advanced to third on a single by Don Mueller, and scored on a double by Whitey Lockman. With Lockman on second and pinch runner Clint Hartung at third, Thomson's walk-off home run turned looming defeat into a 5–4 victory. The moment was immortalized by Giants play-by-play announcer Russ Hodges's excited multiple repetitions: "The Giants win the pennant! The Giants win the pennant!"
Great looking Thomson card ! ............................Robbie
1963 Fleer
Lou Brock Master Set
Wow!!!
Like to scoop this one up. I wish Heritage had a different auction style....I can never win on the per-lot closings!!!