The Next "Big Cards"

[71buc]

Originally Posted by Exhibitman

Not only that, the evidence Goldin cites shows that the portrait was first in 1947 but the next six cards were issued in 1948, BEFORE the Leaf card. So, there are seven different cards from this issue that absolutely predate the Leaf card. Then there are the rounded-corner set of 48 cards. That one also predates the 1949-issued Leaf card. Also, the Jackie Robinson Exhibit card was issued 1949 or earlier.

Goldin and PSA are both wrong this photo was shot on 7/2/49 so it’s impossible that it appeared in 1947 or 1948. I believe some of the original Bond Bread cards were issued into the early 1950s. https://rmyauctions.com/bids/bidplace?itemid=52265

[scmavl]

Originally Posted by 71buc

Goldin and PSA are both wrong this photo was shot on 7/2/49 so it’s impossible that it appeared in 1947 or 1948. I believe some of the original Bond Bread cards were issued into the early 1950s.

Then I think Ted Z would like to have a word with you...

[Peter_Spaeth]

Originally Posted by packs

One of the biggest regrets I have in collecting is being satisfied with one. I remember when I bought my Ruth World Wide Gum I felt so accomplished because I had a Ruth. For some reason it never occurred to me that I should keep buying them.

It never occurred to me for many years to buy doubles. Huge mistake "investment" wise.

[packs]

Originally Posted by Peter_Spaeth

It never occurred to me for many years to buy doubles. Huge mistake "investment" wise.

It's the worst, isn't it? I don't know why it didn't occur to me. I guess part of the reason was that until recently it always felt like I could get another one later. What a mistake.

[JollyElm]

Originally Posted by 71buc

Goldin and PSA are both wrong this photo was shot on 7/2/49 so it’s impossible that it appeared in 1947 or 1948. I believe some of the original Bond Bread cards were issued into the early 1950s. https://rmyauctions.com/bids/bidplace?itemid=52265

A complete and utter technicality that has no bearing on anything (and perhaps everyone already knows it), but I wanted to point out that the photograph is not the picture on the card. If you look at the white of Robinson's sock disappearing into the ump, and the position of his hat flying away, you can see there is a split second time difference there.

And now we return you to your regular programming...

[hcv123]

Originally Posted by 71buc

Goldin and PSA are both wrong this photo was shot on 7/2/49 so it’s impossible that it appeared in 1947 or 1948. I believe some of the original Bond Bread cards were issued into the early 1950s. https://rmyauctions.com/bids/bidplace?itemid=52265

Good catch Mike - That calls into question the dating of the issue!

[packs]

I think you may want to take a second look at that Goldin description. It notes the set was issued over a 3 year period. The portrait card is tied to 1947 and was issued first.

[JeremyW]

Originally Posted by jb217676

As far as affordable alternatives go for Jackie, I always thought the 1950 J.J.K. Copyart Postcard of Jackie Robinson was a great piece. It seems like forever it was one of the cheapest career contemporary Jackie items. Even four days ago one sold for $215 on ebay. I have one of these, let's pump it up guys!
Jeff

I hear that. Early fifties scarce Robinson cards are on the rise.

[Exhibitman]

Originally Posted by Peter_Spaeth

It never occurred to me for many years to buy doubles. Huge mistake "investment" wise.

I share your pain...and the few cards I did acquire in duplicates sank like stones.

[scmavl]

Originally Posted by Exhibitman

I share your pain...and the few cards I did acquire in duplicates sank like stones.

Still waiting on Gregg Jefferies to make the HOF. Then I'll be set for life.

[ASF123]

Originally Posted by scmavl

Still waiting on Gregg Jefferies to make the HOF. Then I'll be set for life.

Keep the faith. After Baines and Lee Smith, anything's possible.

[ezez420]

Lee Smith was great