Cant even pick a favorite from you guys. Love the Star Wars and the comics....here's a couple of mine..and this is also like picking children......but were great buying opportunities.....
Interested in higher grade vintage cards. Aren't we all.
@54topps said:
Beautiful cards everyone. I got divorced in March and my last child went off to college so I went on a buying spree. These are the highlights.
CONGRATS— on multiple levels, then, brother Kids in college, free as a bird, AND a boatload of GORGEOUS baseball cards.
What a haul and Hull! The Rocket is just amazing for the grade! Near perfect centering nice corners. I'd take a little faded printing on that card over a lot of the 8s. And the $8k too! Great cards!
@54topps said:
Beautiful cards everyone. I got divorced in March and my last child went off to college so I went on a buying spree. These are the highlights.
If there was a bottle of Pappy in this I'd nominate it for best CU post ever. It's still pretty high up there though.
While it's been a pretty amazing year for acquisitions, notably some Mars Attacks and Superman cards to further the sets past the halfway point, along with some great Dodgers stuff (hopefully next year brings that elusive World Series victory), the best pick-up just happened the other day.
Have always been a vintage wrapper aficionado, specifically those of the hockey variety. These cards were issued in much smaller quantities than the other 3 sports, and in some cases, less than 5 wrappers from a given year are known to exist. Needless to say, a tough chase!
I had an opportunity to acquire a near complete run of Topps and OPC hockey wrappers from a great hobby friend, which included a very tough 62-63, a 54-55 with the bazooka gum insert, every OPC series with variations, and best of all, this insanely rare 59-60 issue -
What made this deal so special, aside from the sheer excitement in picking it up, was how it happened - the old fashioned way. A deal with a hobby buddy, meeting up for an amazing lunch to make it happen, with great conversation about family, life, sports, and collectables. Although the internet has made it much easier to find the things we're looking for, there's something to be said for the comradery we share in whatever part of the hobby we occupy. One of the reasons card shows continue to be so much fun. Great cards and great people in the same room!
All the best for a happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year! Hope to see everyone in Cleveland!
@54topps said:
Beautiful cards everyone. I got divorced in March and my last child went off to college so I went on a buying spree. These are the highlights.
Oh wow - Congratulations on some absolutely amazing cards. The Hull and Carlton rookies are fantastic!
@54topps said:
Beautiful cards everyone. I got divorced in March and my last child went off to college so I went on a buying spree. These are the highlights.
54Topps...you arena messing around....awesome cards....and I think a great time to be buying price wise...love the 65 carlton, love the 53 mantle, love the.........just cant stop....only to look back at the cards...well done sir!...now im in the mood to buy
Interested in higher grade vintage cards. Aren't we all.
For me, 2017 will always be remembered: for the boyish joy that was watching and collecting Aaron Judge, and for finding this dream 1957 Mantle. In hand, it is just surreal. Had to do a black background scan.
Almost all of my pickups revolve around the Yankees - and I have posted two of these recently. But since this thread is awesome, I'll add my top 3 pickups to it and hope you appreciate seeing mine half as much as I appreciate getting to see all your amazing items, fellas.
1935 Wheaties - Series 1 - Lou Gehrig (Not flawless but I've never seen a frame this full for sale; presently at SGC.)
1951 Wheaties Premium Photo - Mickey Mantle 'G' (One of my favorite items ever produced with his image on it. Rare and beautiful.)
1936 New York Yankees Baseball Team Official Photo by Thorne (Printed in 1936, but still not sure if that makes it Type I or Type II because of my own ignorance I think that because Thorne took the photo and this is from the original negative it's possibly Type I but I am pretty sure that the added text makes it Type II. Again, I am just not sure. I will be sending to PSA for their opinion in 2018. I'm posting two different shots, the second a closeup of Lou and young Joe.)
Curious about the rare, mysterious and beautiful 1951 Wheaties Premium Photos?
I'm a big fan of the '51 Wheaties Mantle and think it's undervalued. I'll never get tired of seeing yours.
Arthur
@ReggieCleveland Thanks! I happen to really love the whole set (that's probably obvious). For what it's worth, I have a little thread I created about the set going in the PSA Registry forum. I like to write, I like baseball history and obviously the cards and memorabilia that go with it so when the mood strikes I add to the thread.
Here's my favorite project for 2017, 2 left to go.
I know nothing about these. Who are the missing two?
Kevin
Oh this is the 1985 Court kings set, there's actually 50 cards in the set. I self submitted these 7 to get down to 2 left now.
I find the set is interesting in signed form as these are larger 5x7" cards so can present a nice large signature. It's of course most known for having the pre rookie cards of Jordan, Barkley, Olajuwon, and the Jordan card I consider one of his two best looking cards.
I certainly can't compete with some of the tremendous pickups noted here. I forget who used to say "I'm on a budget and not afraid to use it." I say "I'm on Social Security and not afraid to spend a bit of it on cards I had when I was a kid." I made several purchases of mid grade 54s, a Hank Aaron and an Ernie Banks PSA certified auto. I picked up these upgrades to my 1960 PSA 8 or better set.
I also picked up the final cards to have the set complete in any grade. I have two 1960 sets in the registry. One is all 8s or better. I need 25 to finish the set. I have another set of duplicates and cards in grades less than 8. I have all 25 needed in grades less than 8. This year my goal is to upgrade six more.
Forgot about a modern one I pulled this year and at the time had no idea who he was. Stuck him him in a sleeve and top loader and set him back. A few months later as I was checking through cards I saw he was a top prospect and subbed him at the National. Holding this one until he hits the bigs next year.
The Bellinger is still raw and will submit in the spring.
No question that is an amazing Brown rookie. Not only corners and centering but like you mentioned no snow. Plus the focus is good which is hard to find in that issue. Also, I think the Mario should have been a 10.5 - great card.
The '58 Brown RC is exceptional...as has been noted...there is a detail in his facial features...very uncommon! One of the best Brown RCs I have seen...deserving of a bump!
Comments
Here’s my pickup from 2017
My basketball pickups
Baseball
BPorter - great mix of old and new cards. Feel like the Kareem RC and 70s BB, in general, are underrated.
Here are my three including Wayne who just returned today in his new holder.
Kevin
That Gretzky is "Tha Bomb" LOTSOS. SA-WEET!!
Wow, Kevin!
Just picked this one up.
PSA HOF Baseball Postwar Rookies Set Registry- (Currently 80.51% Complete)
PSA Pro Football HOF Rookie Players Set Registry- (Currently 19.80% Complete)
PSA Basketball HOF Players Rookies Set Registry- (Currently 6.02% Complete)
That Kareem rookie is the tits. Congrats!
Arthur
Cant even pick a favorite from you guys. Love the Star Wars and the comics....here's a couple of mine..and this is also like picking children......but were great buying opportunities.....
Beautiful cards everyone. I got divorced in March and my last child went off to college so I went on a buying spree. These are the highlights.
CONGRATS— on multiple levels, then, brother
Kids in college, free as a bird, AND a boatload of GORGEOUS baseball cards.
Instagram: mattyc_collection
What a haul and Hull! The Rocket is just amazing for the grade! Near perfect centering nice corners. I'd take a little faded printing on that card over a lot of the 8s. And the $8k too! Great cards!
Kevin
Kevin
If there was a bottle of Pappy in this I'd nominate it for best CU post ever. It's still pretty high up there though.
Arthur
Hiya Mike
That's one hell of a spree!
Some incredible cards - don't even know where to start.
I have to say - that Carlton RC is pristine buddy.
Wow.
Dat Hull though....
Some awesome cards in this thread and talk about a buying spree Arthur!
KC
My baby from 2017...
The centering on that Russell is supernatural. It is downright Powerball-esque. Congrats, that is a legendary example.
Arthur
Happy New Year from Mars!
While it's been a pretty amazing year for acquisitions, notably some Mars Attacks and Superman cards to further the sets past the halfway point, along with some great Dodgers stuff (hopefully next year brings that elusive World Series victory), the best pick-up just happened the other day.
Have always been a vintage wrapper aficionado, specifically those of the hockey variety. These cards were issued in much smaller quantities than the other 3 sports, and in some cases, less than 5 wrappers from a given year are known to exist. Needless to say, a tough chase!
I had an opportunity to acquire a near complete run of Topps and OPC hockey wrappers from a great hobby friend, which included a very tough 62-63, a 54-55 with the bazooka gum insert, every OPC series with variations, and best of all, this insanely rare 59-60 issue -
What made this deal so special, aside from the sheer excitement in picking it up, was how it happened - the old fashioned way. A deal with a hobby buddy, meeting up for an amazing lunch to make it happen, with great conversation about family, life, sports, and collectables. Although the internet has made it much easier to find the things we're looking for, there's something to be said for the comradery we share in whatever part of the hobby we occupy. One of the reasons card shows continue to be so much fun. Great cards and great people in the same room!
All the best for a happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year! Hope to see everyone in Cleveland!
Oh wow - Congratulations on some absolutely amazing cards. The Hull and Carlton rookies are fantastic!
My pickups. Getting back to the hobby.
54Topps...you arena messing around....awesome cards....and I think a great time to be buying price wise...love the 65 carlton, love the 53 mantle, love the.........just cant stop....only to look back at the cards...well done sir!...now im in the mood to buy
I know - looking at that run has me wanting to buy some stuff. Need to start 2018 off right
Smashing Bradshaw, Russell and Hull !! Plus the many others. Just pulled my socks back up....they were knocked off. Lots of eye candy!!
For me, 2017 will always be remembered: for the boyish joy that was watching and collecting Aaron Judge, and for finding this dream 1957 Mantle. In hand, it is just surreal. Had to do a black background scan.
Instagram: mattyc_collection
Nice stuff guys! Great pickups Neal!
Conte— AAA+ centering on that Lou and such a crispy clean image on the Stahl!
Instagram: mattyc_collection
Thanks Matt
Here's my favorite project for 2017, 2 left to go.
Join the Rookie stars on top PSA registry today:
1980-1989 Cello Packs - Rookies
DM23HOF -- that 57 Mantle is special for sure. Enjoy that one....it's a Home Run!!
I know nothing about these. Who are the missing two?
Kevin
Kevin
Almost all of my pickups revolve around the Yankees - and I have posted two of these recently. But since this thread is awesome, I'll add my top 3 pickups to it and hope you appreciate seeing mine half as much as I appreciate getting to see all your amazing items, fellas.
1935 Wheaties - Series 1 - Lou Gehrig (Not flawless but I've never seen a frame this full for sale; presently at SGC.)
1951 Wheaties Premium Photo - Mickey Mantle 'G' (One of my favorite items ever produced with his image on it. Rare and beautiful.)
1936 New York Yankees Baseball Team Official Photo by Thorne (Printed in 1936, but still not sure if that makes it Type I or Type II because of my own ignorance
I think that because Thorne took the photo and this is from the original negative it's possibly Type I but I am pretty sure that the added text makes it Type II. Again, I am just not sure. I will be sending to PSA for their opinion in 2018. I'm posting two different shots, the second a closeup of Lou and young Joe.)
Curious about the rare, mysterious and beautiful 1951 Wheaties Premium Photos?
https://forums.collectors.com/discussion/987963/1951-wheaties-premium-photos-set-registry#latest
I'm a big fan of the '51 Wheaties Mantle and think it's undervalued. I'll never get tired of seeing yours.
Arthur
@ReggieCleveland said:
@ReggieCleveland Thanks! I happen to really love the whole set (that's probably obvious). For what it's worth, I have a little thread I created about the set going in the PSA Registry forum. I like to write, I like baseball history and obviously the cards and memorabilia that go with it so when the mood strikes I add to the thread.
https://forums.collectors.com/discussion/987963/1951-wheaties-premium-photos-set-registry#latest
Curious about the rare, mysterious and beautiful 1951 Wheaties Premium Photos?
https://forums.collectors.com/discussion/987963/1951-wheaties-premium-photos-set-registry#latest
Oh this is the 1985 Court kings set, there's actually 50 cards in the set. I self submitted these 7 to get down to 2 left now.
I find the set is interesting in signed form as these are larger 5x7" cards so can present a nice large signature. It's of course most known for having the pre rookie cards of Jordan, Barkley, Olajuwon, and the Jordan card I consider one of his two best looking cards.
Join the Rookie stars on top PSA registry today:
1980-1989 Cello Packs - Rookies
I certainly can't compete with some of the tremendous pickups noted here. I forget who used to say "I'm on a budget and not afraid to use it." I say "I'm on Social Security and not afraid to spend a bit of it on cards I had when I was a kid." I made several purchases of mid grade 54s, a Hank Aaron and an Ernie Banks PSA certified auto. I picked up these upgrades to my 1960 PSA 8 or better set.
I also picked up the final cards to have the set complete in any grade. I have two 1960 sets in the registry. One is all 8s or better. I need 25 to finish the set. I have another set of duplicates and cards in grades less than 8. I have all 25 needed in grades less than 8. This year my goal is to upgrade six more.
http://www.unisquare.com/store/brick/
Ralph
Some of my favorite vintage and modern pickups from this year.
WOW! That OPC Mario is amazing. The OPC Dryden..... I have no words. Two iconic Hockey Cards. Congrats on both.
Kevin
Kevin
So many incredible cards there to choose from - congratulations on all of them! The Dryden is beyond words!
Hiya Neal
Really good to see you! Those are some righteous pickups for 2017.
Happy New Year buddy.
What a nice card Tony - "Lou" is centered nice also - great pickup - don't have a period Gehrig.
Happy New Year buddy.
Wow Chris - some incredible pickups.
Especially liking the Brown and Unitas!
Happy New Year buddy.
Your upgrades to your 60T set are darn nice Ralph.
Since I'm totally retired, until the house is paid off, I'm on a stricter budget - so I sure understand what you're saying.
Happy New Year buddy.
Forgot about a modern one I pulled this year and at the time had no idea who he was. Stuck him him in a sleeve and top loader and set him back. A few months later as I was checking through cards I saw he was a top prospect and subbed him at the National. Holding this one until he hits the bigs next year.
The Bellinger is still raw and will submit in the spring.
Happy New Years everyone and be safe tonight!
KC
Thanks Mike!
Happy New Year to you as well. Hope 2018 is a great one for you!
Tony
OMG that is one incredible group of cards
They call me "Pack the Ripper"
Wow! The Brown rookie is outstanding as are the rest of the cards. Can't wait to see your budget for 2018
Thanks fellas!!
KC - the Brown is a mindblower. So clean with virtually no snow. Bold color and the black is BLACK. More of a 9 than a 8.
No question that is an amazing Brown rookie. Not only corners and centering but like you mentioned no snow. Plus the focus is good which is hard to find in that issue. Also, I think the Mario should have been a 10.5 - great card.
The '58 Brown RC is exceptional...as has been noted...there is a detail in his facial features...very uncommon! One of the best Brown RCs I have seen...deserving of a bump!