February Pickups

[jchcollins]

Originally Posted by Exhibitman

Nice 1.

This was the first Gehrig card I ever got, in 1973. I now have another one:

In "The Goonies" (1985) this is also the card that was found with Chester Copperpot's remains by the kids at the start of One-Eyed Willie's tunnel. Unfortunately it doesn't add up, as the character was supposed to have gone missing in 1935. Guess Stephen Spielberg wasn't a card collector...

[irv]

A couple more for my 52 Topps set.

[Rookiemonster]

Originally Posted by jchcollins

In "The Goonies" (1985) this is also the card that was found with Chester Copperpot's remains by the kids at the start of One-Eyed Willie's tunnel. Unfortunately it doesn't add up, as the character was supposed to have gone missing in 1935. Guess Stephen Spielberg wasn't a card collector...

I thought it was 1934 goudey that is in the wallet.

[Iwantmorecards77]

...to the rookie collection.

[jchcollins]

Originally Posted by Rookiemonster

I thought it was 1934 goudey that is in the wallet.

I haven't seen it in many years, but I am pretty sure the card used in the movie that one of the kids holds up for a split second is the '73 Topps Gehrig. It's possible I'm wrong. But I remember thinking that as a kid 25-30 years ago.


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[aconte]

I liked it for a 3.

[Neal]

Originally Posted by aconte

I liked it for a 3.

I would too .... nice eye!

[irv]

Originally Posted by aconte

I liked it for a 3.

Very nice, Tony!

A few more purchased late January but with February arrivals.
(Les Moss and Joe Muir are upgrades due to wrinkling in my originals)

[Neal]

nice pickups as always Irv

these arrived today - love mid grade!

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[dclarkraiders]

Originally Posted by aconte

I liked it for a 3.

Tony,

Very nice pickup. Congrats.

Duane

[Rookiemonster]

Very nice pick ups folks ! I do enjoy the pick up thread every month .

[brian1961]

Ray--

I agree with your assessment on your killer '52 Bowman Hodges. Your mid-grade has ultra-high grade appearance, and really, that's what counts. I love it!!!!

The same thing happened to me with a 1951 Bowman Sammy Baugh. I bought it in the 70s 'cause I love the looks of the card, and the colors on mine are off the charts. Nevertheless, it came back a PSA 5. I'm not looking to upgrade!

If you're a big Gil Hodges fan, I would like to point you to a common card today with mesmerizing appearance and an enthralling story. Go to eBay, and search for Dormand Gil Hodges PSA. A MINT specimen can be had for very little, though watch for the pesky print spots and a fish-eye in the rich dark green grass. Not that many years ago, that PC was the white whale in the Dormand PC set. I discuss the find in my book, NEVER CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN. I personally bought an SGC mint specimen from a board member here, and it looks super in their holder.

A Dormand Hodges will probably never rise much in value, but it is so beautiful and was made in that great era of 1952 to 1955. Not trying to hijack anything, just thought I would put in a plug for the Dormand Gil. No, I only own my one copy! There's few of you who don't know about this beauty. ---Brian Powell

---Brian Powell