I think many people can't get into postcards because of the nature of postcards themselves.
Trading cards, even ones where there are new discoveries - Are assumed to have a defined "set" which appeals to a human desire for order.
I know for sure how many T206s I need. But I don't have a very reliable way of knowing how many Red Sox postcards I need.
So the mental equation for buying a card is much easier.
Do I need it?
Is it a good price?
What chance is there that another will come along cheaper soon.
For a postcard?
How does it fit into my collection - Does it represent a certainplayer or era I collect or one that I don't have a sample of ?
Do I like it?
Do I like it X$ worth?
Will I be unhappy I bought it next week/month/decade....
There's an inherent disorder to collecting postcards that's someimes challenging. Especially with the real photo cards.
Steve B
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