What’s New
The 2025 Topps Archives Baseball set introduces collectors to a mix of card variations, including both Design Variations and Image Variations. This collection expands by 100 additional cards through these variations, increasing the excitement for collectors. The set pays homage to iconic Topps designs, merging nostalgia with fresh elements for the 2025 edition.
Configuration at a Glance
- Includes base cards along with two variation types: Design Variations and Image Variations
- Variations are based on three classic Topps designs: 1964, 1996, and 2005
- Each design has its own base cards and related variations
- 100 variation cards in total for collectors to pursue
Key Inserts & Parallels
- Design Variations: Offers alternate design features on traditional card layouts
- Image Variations: Present different player images compared to the regular base cards
- Each year of design (1964, 1996, 2005) contains both variation types
Autographs & Relics
The provided details do not specify any autograph or memorabilia content.
Collector Notes
- Variation cards can be identified by the last three digits of the CMP code on the back:
- 1964 Topps: Base (408), Image (450), Design (453)
- 1996 Topps: Base (422), Image (454), Design (451)
- 2005 Topps: Base (436), Image (452), Design (453)
- Image Variations display different player photos compared to the base cards
- Design Variations incorporate alternate design elements within the same year's theme
- A gallery of Image Variations is available to help with identification
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