There were some nice pennants at the show, but it was short on figural pieces for sure. I was on the hunt for pinbacks. While there were quite a few available, they weren't what I was looking for in particular as a Cubs/Tigers collector. I was able to add a few pieces I really liked and needed however.
This Tigers pin is not particularly old of valuable, but I haven't come across another after years of collecting so I love it
The Ernie Banks pin is not scarce at all, but I've been holding out for a Minty example like this YEAH
The Federals pin was simply a super clean example of a cool pin at a terrific price
This Tigers pin of unknown origin is an elegant piece that, while small (1 1/4"), has terrific eye appeal and will fit nicely in my collection. Oh...the price was terrific as well
My final purchase at the National were these two pins from the 1910 Hermes Ice-cream Pirates set. I have always loved the skull and crossbones and waving pennant motif. These are Exceedingly rare and expensive, so when Tommy Leach and Dots Miller jumped out at me at a bargain price I pounced!
I had a GREAT time at the show and shared many good times and fine dining with my pals.