Any 1970 Topps fans out there?

[Vintagevault13]

I am beginning my journey to complete the 1970 Topps set. It seems as if this is one of the least popular Topps sets. I have read various reasons for this, but I would like to hear from some of you that like the set and why.

Thanks

[KCRfan1]

I like the set. You will spend a bit for very nice examples, and even the high numbers will not break your bank. Aside from Ryan and Bench, with the other major HoF's, they are all affordable. Have fun with the journey and don't try to complete the set in a couple of months. I'm working on a very nice 73 set right now.

[Samsdaddy]

Originally Posted by Vintagevault13

I am beginning my journey to complete the 1970 Topps set. It seems as if this is one of the least popular Topps sets. I have read various reasons for this, but I would like to hear from some of you that like the set and why.

Thanks

Ed, I have mixed feelings on the set. While I do love the all star cards in the set, the set itself is on the bland side for me.

I do not care for the basic colors of the set nor the design. I think it is dull.

It just seems a let down from the previous year which had some very colorful and bright cards as well as some nice rookies and Mantle's last card.

[mintacular]

I like the set a lot, for some reason the gray borders are unique. Good cross-section of old stars with new ones. Here's my Munson:

[brewing]

I like this set. The photos are an improvement over 68 & 69.

My last card was Bob Robertson. The Seattle Pilots team card was more expensive than I expected.

[Vintagevault13]

Thanks for the replies. I also like the photos and especially the Munson card (nice one Mintacular!). I also think the Reggie Jackson card stands out.

[brookdodger55]

I'm also working on the set in ex condition have about 100 cards with stars. Never collected a older set before so I decided to start with the year I was born. I like the contrast of the grey on colors. Good luck with the set maybe we can trade in the future.
Mike

[brookdodger55]

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[Griffins]

The first packs I ever opened, so a sentimental favorite.
When I got back in the hobby this and '71 were the first sets I completed, and I too was a bit surprised at the cost of the Pilots team, but no card really cost much.

I'm slowly working on a second set in all uncut sheets.




can't collect a set without a pack and box either!

[Harliduck]

COOL pictures...


I personally love the set, it's also my birth year. My last card was the Bench as I was holding out for a really nice one. The Pilots card cost me as well. I think the photography is excellent and the gray doesn't bore me at all. I remember as a kid getting the Jake Gibbs card, my first ever 70 card, and thinking how COOL it was. As I was collecting the set it was pretty crazy to think some kid was opening these out of packs as I was a newborn...

[ALR-bishop]

Agree with Anthony that you need a pack with a set, but you certainly do not need a bulky box

[ALR-bishop]

By the way, while 1970 is not one of my favorites in terms of the regular set, for each year I also collect any insert or test sets. For 1970 there were several such sets, the 1970 Candy Lids ( tops to tubs of candy), the 1970 Posters ( pack inserts), the 1970 Scratch offs ( repeated in 1971),1970 Booklets ( pack insert), and the 1970 Supers. Plus, one of the toughest of all unissued test sets,, the enigmatic 1970 Cloth Stickers

[Samsdaddy]

Originally Posted by ALR-bishop

By the way, while 1970 is not one of my favorites in terms of the regular set, for each year I also collect any insert or test sets. For 1970 there were several, such sets, the 1970 Candy Lids ( tops to tubs of candy), the 1970 Posters ( pack inserts), the 1970 Scratch offs ( repeated in 1971),1970 Booklet ( pack insert), and the 1970 Supers. Plus, one of the toughest of all unissued test sets,, the enigmatic 1970 Cloth Stickers

Cool stuff Al!

I always enjoy looking at your collection and if you want to adopt me I would appreciate it "dad".

[quitcrab]

I am working on a 1971 set and soon to start a 1972 set...anyone want to trade some 1972s for some 1971s? EX-to NR

I have about 500 ex 1971 to trade and about 600 vg 1971 to trade

[toppcat]

Personally I love this set-it was the first one I collected as a kid and I had a whole slew of 'em back then. When I re-entered in the early 80's it was the first set I started again. A lot of folks dislike the gray fronts but I've always liked it. I also think the back is one of the best Topps ever produced.

[bunst]

Originally Posted by toppcat

Personally I love this set-it was the first one I collected as a kid and I had a whole slew of 'em back then. When I re-entered in the early 80's it was the first set I started again. A lof of folks dislike the gray fronts but I've always liked it. I also think the back is one of the best Topps ever produced.

I'm right there with you Dave. I was 8 years old in 1970 and those were the first cards I ever saw and I loved them. So when I got back into collecting as an adult it was the first set I completed, and still have it. Under appreciated set in my opinion.

[Vintagevault13]

Thanks for all of the replies. I am waiting on three lots to arrive that I won on eBay. Have been surprised at how little I have paid for them. Maybe this set will stay under the radar (and prices stay low) until I complete it, LOL.

[Rich Klein]

Dave H and myself were working on trying to figure out if there were any SP's in any of these series. Especially the higher series, I believe you or someone else emailed me those sheets but I'd love to get another copy so we can verify our suspiciions in either direction

RIch

[Exhibitman]

The first packs I busted as a kid were 1970s but I am not a fan of the set, unless the cards look like these:

[Griffins]

Adam, if you went out drinking with us you'd find all cards look like that eventually.

[nolemmings]

Actually those cards look just fine Adam, as long as you're wearing the special glasses.

[Gr8Beldini]

I find the color pretty drab, particularly the earlier series cards. I do however like the '70's primarilary because they are my all-time favorite card backs. I love the Seattle Pilots wearing the uniforms, particularly the glitzy home uniforms. Disappointed in how drab and boring most of the Mets cards are with the exception of Cleon Jones and Nolan Ryan. Worst vintage Pete Rose card. I love the A's team card with Joe DiMaggio sitting in the front row, looking less-than-regal in the green uniform; Weird Sparky Anderson card wearing the airbrushed SD Padres uniform; Awsome Willie Mays and Harmon Killebrew cards.

[jmoran19]

first year I remember buying baseball cards too! And Rich, Im the one who sent you the photos thru Dave. IIRC only the 3rd series had some DP's (excluding CL's of course) but have to check my notes when I get home, John

[toppcat]

Originally Posted by jmoran19

first year I remember buying baseball cards too! And Rich, Im the one who sent you the photos thru Dave. IIRC only the 3rd series had some DP's (excluding CL's of course) but have to check my notes when I get home, John

This indeed is true. John I think the only DP's would be on either semi high or high number sheet, although Anthony's 44 x 3 array could refute this. Were you able to rustle those up?

Still have the Nolan Ryan I pulled out of the pack

[Exhibitman]

[bobw]

I remember trying to complete the 1st Series and they only card I needed was #24 Dick Selma....Spent every cent I had buying packs trying to get that last card to finish the Series....Every box on my checklist was filled in except that one box....#24

Never did get one.....finally got it at one of the old Power Memorial card shows way back when.....SIGH,,, memories

[Tigerfred]

These were the 1st vintage cards I ever saw (either '75 or 76). My favorite all-time set.

Perhaps someone can help me....I missed out on buying a series 1 uncut sheet @ a show here in NJ several years ago. Does anyone know where I can get one?

Thanx!

[jmoran19]

Originally Posted by toppcat

This indeed is true. John I think the only DP's would be on either semi high or high number sheet, although Anthony's 44 x 3 array could refute this. Were you able to rustle those up?

Finally found half of the high series, printed in the 44x3 style, the other half sheet would be print in the same style with the other 44 high series cards. Note the 7th series CL was printed with the 6th series therefore it is a DP

[toppcat]

Wowsers-ok, where is Rich Klein!? He will want to see this.

[Rich Klein]

I love evidence like that. Guess no 1970 hi number is scarce

Rich

[m.wright58926]

Count me as a fan...the gray borders feel solid to me for some reason. And the backs are pleasant just because they're so easy to read.

Love the pics of the inserts, rack pack, sheets, etc. Thanks for sharing everyone.

[mattsedate]

I like this set. There's a PSA 10 Steve Carlton I saw on Amazon.

[jmoran19]

well the right half of the 3rd series uncut sheet has finally surface. 22 cards printed 3 times, includes Carew and Red S. 33 cards are printed twice.

https://bid.robertedwardauctions.com...e?itemid=47322

[pingman59]

Originally Posted by bobw

I remember trying to complete the 1st Series and they only card I needed was #24 Dick Selma....Spent every cent I had buying packs trying to get that last card to finish the Series....Every box on my checklist was filled in except that one box....#24

Never did get one.....finally got it at one of the old Power Memorial card shows way back when.....SIGH,,, memories

Just like you, I bought a ton of 1st series packs and needed just #102 Joe Rudi to finish, but never got him. When I see that card, I still feel the need to buy it (big urge to hoard it) even though I got it many years ago for my set.

[OsFan]

70 was the year I was born. It’s just about my favorite set.

[toppcat]

Originally Posted by pingman59

Just like you, I bought a ton of 1st series packs and needed just #102 Joe Rudi to finish, but never got him. When I see that card, I still feel the need to buy it (big urge to hoard it) even though I got it many years ago for my set.

I feel the exact same way about the 1972 Gil Hodges card.

[OlderTheBetter]

Originally Posted by Vintagevault13

I am beginning my journey to complete the 1970 Topps set. It seems as if this is one of the least popular Topps sets. I have read various reasons for this, but I would like to hear from some of you that like the set and why.

Thanks

Go for it! This is an under-appreciated set with great photography. I personally think the overall design is below average for Topps but the
photos overcome it. The gray borders don't bother me as much as the blah script lettering.

If you love a set, whatever the reasons, the card design issue just gets pushed aside. My favorite is 1968 and most collectors seem to dislike the burlap/wheatina borders. I don't even SEE those borders --just the great photos (amidst the numerous headshot and airbrushed caps. lol).

My favorite

[Camilo]

Originally Posted by Samsdaddy

Ed, I have mixed feelings on the set. While I do love the all star cards in the set, the set itself is on the bland side for me.

I do not care for the basic colors of the set nor the design. I think it is dull.

It just seems a let down from the previous year which had some very colorful and bright cards as well as some nice rookies and Mantle's last card.

Agreed. The next year, 1971, along with the 1975 Topps, is my favorite

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[ALR-bishop]

Welcome to post war Camilo, tell us what you collect

[Mark70Z]

I love the 1970 Brooksie card!

A card that I got from a pack, when I was a kid in 1970

[geosluggo]

Originally Posted by rgpete

A card that I got from a pack, when I was a kid in 1970

Great Ryan! My 1970 set has a ton of cards I collected in the early 1970s but few of them are that nice.

[ALR-bishop]