why
I began collecting the monster in 82 when I was given a handful of cards by a good friend who had received them as part of an inheritance. I dabbled for years.
I became singleminded about the search around 2000 and tamed the monster
around 2007.
At that point, I moved from the focusing element of my academic mind to the broad brush
strokes/big picture element and moved into type collecting of vintage cards(200+
different at this point)
as well as vintage baseball photos( 1910-1949). I have greatly enjoyed picking
up a photo of each year, representing a large number of world series scenes.
I have also picked up an example of vintage baseball photos from key individual photographers and presses--around 20 different at this point. I should add that
I have picked up a vintage card for the various photos.
I have also enjoyed having all the cards and photos framed for my office walls.
all the best,
barry
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