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I'm in the vast minority in that I collect pre-war (all HOFers, a few Black Sox and should-be-HOFers), post-war vintage (recents completed sets include 48 Bowman, 52 Red Man, 54 Topps, 60 Topps, 64 Topps Giants, 69 Topps, etc.) - just starting to collect the 50's and 60's HOF RCs like Killebrew, Jenkins, Perry because they are so cheap in low to mid grade, then I also still collect modern a little. For modern, I used to be heavy into autographed high end prospects. I have kept a few of those (George Springer, Mike Trout, Bryce Harper, Joc Pederson, Joey Gallo and others I believe will be superstars for years to come), but sold most to fund more pre-war. In modern, I also collect non-sports autographs and original sketch cards from James Bond, Lord of the Rings, Indiana Jones, and other entertainment properties.
I just see the value in all three genres. By far, the modern rookie prospecting is the most dangerous. For every hit I've had, I probably have another 25+ that didn't pan out. Pre-war is the most wise in terms of returning my investment, and post-war is just kind of semi-interesting to me. But all three still hold my interest.
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