I'm biased, but 1887 is a strong contender . . .
Cigarette pack inserts skyrocket as the industry transitions from paper packs to cardboard slide & shell. Practically every subject matter would follow including baseball.
1887 Greatness
Old Judge, Gypsy Queen, Buchner Gold Coin, K-Bats (players & team cards), Four Base Hits, as well as the first baseball currency issues.
1888 - Strong Follow-up
A&G Champions, Goodwin Champions, Kimball Champions, Yum Yums, four different SF Hess baseball issues, OJs (both cigarette cards & cabinets), more currency, and the first gum issues courtesy G&B and HD Smith (Y95 Scrapps).
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Best Regards,
Joe Gonsowski
COLLECTOR OF:
- 19th century Detroit memorabilia and cards with emphasis on Goodwin & Co. issues ( N172 / N173 / N175 ) and Tomlinson cabinets
- N333 SF Hess Newsboys League cards (all teams)
- Pre ATC Merger (1890 and prior) cigarette packs and redemption coupons from all manufacturers
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