Hobby archaeology: The first issue of The Trader Speaks (November 1968).
Post War Cards
Ten original 1950s–60s wall photos from Mickey Mantle’s Holiday Inn—eight featuring Mantle—sold in Mastro’s June 2001 auction.
A March 14, 1966 Topps contract extension signed by Frank Robinson—dated to the year of his Triple Crown and second MVP award.
In 2007, ten 1969 Topps Basketball wax packs sold for under $1,000 each. In 2025, one pack brought $26,880.
A brief clarification about the 1951 Topps Major League All-Stars, the issued cards, and the uncut panels I recently shared.