My Next Baseball Set.. Board Build..You decide..I will build it here on the boards..

IJustLoveCards

I can't decide on which baseball set to tackle next..

So I decided I would let the boards decide:

Here are the choices and grades:

1952 Topps PSA 5, 6, and 7 ( I have the Mantle in a 7 already), (Pfarko and Mathews will be killers to purchase)

1956 Topps PSA 7 and 8 ( I have the Mantle in an 8 already)

1959 Topps PSA 7 and 8 ( I am pretty aware of the tough cards in this set)

1963 Topps PSA 8 ( I have heard this set is a monster next to the 62's)

1967 Topps PSA 8 ( Looks pretty easy except for a few low pop commons)


Ok the most votes win...and I will try to make a large first purchase on the set we decide..

I will make this a board build, meaning as I get the cards I will post them on this thread and we will see how long it takes to build the set from scratch.

I already have an idea as to what you guys will decide but maybe I will be wrong.

I think it will be fun to post the buys on the boards, we will track the costs, and see how much it costs to build the set.

One we decide on a set, we will then guess the cost it will take to complete it. The board member who comes closest will get a prize of my choice once the set is done. If that board member is no longer here,

the next closest will get the prize.

I got a few pms' on some of the other sets I have...

The 73 and 75 set is a work in progress and cards are being submitted to psa to complete those sets, so I am not really buying those cards.

The 57 set, I have a huge purchase I am waiting on which will push me to over 80% complete and I am down to 50 or so cards, the 74's I need are on the way to psa and should be wrapped up once the grades pop.
So, I need a new project.

I thought it would be fun to see what we can build. Like I said, I will buy the cards, you guys help me search them out, I will post every scan of every card I buy along with price and we will see the total cost to build the set.
I will name the set on the registry "IJustLoveCards with the PSA Boards Help"

BunchOBull

I voted '56s because I think the portraits and action shots make for one of the best designed card sets of all time. I'm building the set in raw form, low-mid grade with decent centering. Slowly but surely.

TJMAC

My vote is for the 1956. It has all the big stars of the day Williams, Robinson, Campy, Koufax & Mantle. I realize there are no real big rookies, but it was the first Topps set that was representative of major league baseball at the time. Besides, the photography is great and I love the mix of the action shot with a nice head shot.

TJMAC

Bunch O Bull and I must be on the same wavelength.

brianwintersfan

'56 set. If you would have decided this earlier, I could have helped you out with some Braves cards
One of my favorite vintage sets. Good luck with whatever you go after.

BunchOBull

Excellent point on the stars...the '56 set does have a great mix of big name HOF'ers. Though, all of the sets you mention aren't lacking much for star power.

Dboneesq

I HAD to vote for the '52 set. THE MICK was my idol growing up ... and in my mind that is the mainstream set that started our great hobby. One other reason is that I KNOW I will NEVER be able to build my own set.

EDITED TO ADD: Total cost to build the set is $77,777.77 ... In honor of THE MICK!

perkdog

Easy for me to say but I would go after the '52 set hands down. It should always hold value and be a sought after set, having the Mantle in 7 is a great start!

As far as your cost I dont want to embaress myself as I never bought a '52 card so Im unaware of pricing- to take a stab at it for 5,6,7 grade? Geeze I would guess roughly 65K?

DavidPuddy

I voted 56 just because I like how the set looks.
Good luck with whichever set wins.

jackstraw

1959 for some reason has always been a favorite of mine.

Bosox1976

52, with 63 a close second.

IJustLoveCards

<< <i>Easy for me to say but I would go after the '52 set hands down. It should always hold value and be a sought after set, having the Mantle in 7 is a great start!

As far as your cost I dont want to embaress myself as I never bought a '52 card so Im unaware of pricing- to take a stab at it for 5,6,7 grade? Geeze I would guess roughly 65K? >>



The mantle is around 35K already ( my cost was less), I doubt we could build it for 30 more K, I think probably more like 50K more There are some real biggies in there.

corvette1340

I voted '59 because I've started to tackle that one a couple of times with a large first purchase lot and never could win it so I moved to another set. Any of them will be fun to follow.

CDsNuts

1987 Drake's hand-cut in PSA 10.

Dboneesq

<< <i>The mantle is around 35K already ( my cost was less), I doubt we could build it for 30 more K, I think probably more like 50K more There are some real biggies in there. >>



It's really so hard to guess ... AFTER Mantle, take the next 5 most expensive cards in the set. If you bought them in a "7" or in a "5" right there it could be a difference of ~$20,000.00.

Whatever set you build, and I am sure I am saying this for ALL of us on this board ... GOOD LUCK and we can't wait to see the pics!

daddymc

I also voted for the '56's. As previously said, all the big name stars are there, and I love the look of them. I'm also building a mid-grade set myself slowly but surely.

Bottom9th

I vote the 59 set. I always liked that one. Good luck!

IJustLoveCards

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<< <i>The mantle is around 35K already ( my cost was less), I doubt we could build it for 30 more K, I think probably more like 50K more There are some real biggies in there. >>



It's really so hard to guess ... AFTER Mantle, take the next 5 most expensive cards in the set. If you bought them in a "7" or in a "5" right there it could be a difference of ~$20,000.00.

Whatever set you build, and I am sure I am saying this for ALL of us on this board ... GOOD LUCK and we can't wait to see the pics! >>




Remember We are going to do this together, I will hope you guys help me find the cards, we will track all the costs, I will buy them, post them, update the registry, but its a board project...


You are correct on those cards, once we decide on the set, we will decide where to spend the big dollars, ie. do we get the card in a 6, 7 ,8 whatever.

mknez

I voted for the 52 set. Most variety in available grades to go after, I think it would fantastic to watch the progress.

perkdog

<< <i>

<< <i>Easy for me to say but I would go after the '52 set hands down. It should always hold value and be a sought after set, having the Mantle in 7 is a great start!

As far as your cost I dont want to embaress myself as I never bought a '52 card so Im unaware of pricing- to take a stab at it for 5,6,7 grade? Geeze I would guess roughly 65K? >>



The mantle is around 35K already ( my cost was less), I doubt we could build it for 30 more K, I think probably more like 50K more There are some real biggies in there. >>




I meant 65K MORE Felicia. Thats my guess and Im sticking with it

Whichever set you chose I wish you the best, you are a pleasure to have on the boards here- your generosity and posts are always greatly appreaciated.

Dboneesq

Felicia ... how long does the POLL stay open?

IJustLoveCards

24 hours....some people are asleep on the east coast...I will close the poll tomorrow night at 10:00pm est.

RonBurgundy

1956. The '52 set will take longer to build. You need something that will keep the attention of all the ADD collectors on the Board.

Morgoth

I voted 52 why not just simply go with the best. I think this will hold everyones attention and I personally would love to see it done.

CNote

I vote 1989 Upper Deck. That vintage set is awesome!

Pre72

Anything but PSA 8 1959 Topps set , I'm collecting that set and don't need anymore competition.

So the 1952 Topps set would be better.

jivan

63's are so rich in color, am sure the graded ones would look the best... a real gorgeous st for sure.. good luck no matter what you do..

Downtown1974

Felicia, Normally I would say the 56 set, but since you have the 55 set I would vote for the 52s. While the content of the 55s and 56s differ, the card portraits are identical on many cards.

Bunker

I voted for the 63's, in PSA 8 those cards would look great, I especially like the Rose Rookie card.

IJustLoveCards

<< <i>1956. The '52 set will take longer to build. You need something that will keep the attention of all the ADD collectors on the Board. >>



You being one of them?

IJustLoveCards

<< <i>

<< <i>1956. The '52 set will take longer to build. You need something that will keep the attention of all the ADD collectors on the Board. >>



You being one of them? >>

You Lawyers are all alike!!

bbcemporium

'52, need I say more? A timeless classic

heritage

Felica I'd like to see you do the 67 topps set I know it in last place on the vote but not as easy as one would think.
I just completed my 67 set on the registry early in the spring. But then again I am a centering nut so it was a killer to finish for me.

Piman58

I voted for the 59s. For some reason I've always liked the design.

Felicia, fantastic idea building a board set. The process will definitely encourage others in the hobby and will add
volumes of great pics and insights on these boards.

Charles

RonBurgundy

"You being one of them?"


Pretty much.

leathtech

got to go with the '52's! The Mick makes it the must have set to any collector!

IJustLoveCards

Where is winpitcher and Nam812? I was curious as to their choices as well..I acually think I know which one steve and nick will pick but I wanted to see if I was right...

CDsNuts

Where is winpitcher and Nam812? I was curious as to their choices as well..I acually think I know which one steve and nick will pick but I wanted to see if I was right...


Nick and Steve both wanted me to tell you to go after 1987 Drake's panels in PSA 10.

IJustLoveCards

Lee,

I cant eat enough drakes to collect those panels, plus I think the cakes would be a little stale. Just saying..

CDsNuts

I cant eat enough drakes to collect those panels, plus I think the cakes would be a little stale. Just saying..

I'll tell you what, I'll eat the cakes, you buy the cards.

sfmays24

1963, great looking and somewhat tough... but not too tough (like the '52).

Mike

Dboneesq

YIKES ... the '56 set is gaining a little ground ... come on all you '52 set lovers ... VOTE!

nam812

Sorry to be late to the party. I voted for 1952's, but 1959 wouldn't be a bad choice either. It will be fun to watch this thread progress.

JackWESQ

Greetings. 1952 Topps.

/s/ JackWESQ

fuj

My favorite set in the 50's is the '57 set but since it sounds like you are already well on your way to completion, I've gotta vote for the 52's. Good luck! Thanks for sharing the journey.

SidePocket

I picked the 59 even though I don't want you to be bidding against me! Good luck, this should be a great thread!

hammered

67, but you should go PSA 8 to 9 on that one

ElToroLoco

To have the 52 set on that list is simply unfair.

TNP777

Throw in another vote for the '56, although I wish the '57 or the '53 Color would have been included in the poll.

storm888

1959 is not feeling the love.

Trevmo

I voted 56's. I think most people will say 52 because they would like to do it themselves but can't. 52 is the obvious choice as far as a tough set but 56 looks nicer IMO. Anyways, have fun building whichever set you choose.