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Rare 1921 Herpolsheimer Baseball Cards Resurface for Auction
In the world of sports memorabilia collecting, there is always the hope of finding something rare and valuable. And for collectors of baseball cards, that hope recently became a reality with the discovery of a cache of 39 cards from the elusive 1921 Herpolsheimer set. What makes this find even more remarkable is that nine…
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Ascending to Greatness: The Legacy of Julius Erving and His 1972 Topps Rookie Card
In the pantheon of basketball legends, few names are as revered as Julius Erving, also known as “Dr. J.” His 1972 Topps rookie card captures the dawn of an era that would forever change the landscape of professional basketball. This card not only signifies the beginning of a storied career but also stands as a…
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A Treasured Trove: The Venezuelan Topps Collection Auction
This month, Heritage Auctions is set to debut a remarkable collection of baseball cards that captures the essence of an era. Consigned by a South American collector, this trove consists of 117 lots of Venezuelan Topps baseball cards spanning the years 1959 to 1968. Not only is this collection vast, boasting over 1,200 cards, but…
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The Heart of the Hobby: The Importance of Local Card Shops in Reviving Collecting for the Next Generation
In the realm of sports card collecting, the landscape has undergone significant shifts, with the advent of group breaking and the resultant spike in hobby box prices causing concerns among purists of the hobby. Amidst this transformation, the local card shop has remained a steadfast bastion of the community’s heart and soul. This article examines…