For me, it was 1981 after reading "The Glory Of Their Times" I picked up
a T206 Rube Marquard from Card Collecting Co in NYC through the mail.
I think it cost $10
I had some Play Balls & Goudey prior that I had got from trades w/ friends who
had some passed down from relatives.
So I believe the Marquard was the 1st one I bought.
Damn! Almost 30 years ago!
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