How Rare is the 1933 Goudey Napoleon Lajoie?

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Posted By: runscott

One big difference between the t206 Wagner and the Lajoie is that collectors had to actually mail off to get the Lajoie - that would indicate to me that they were serious about collecting the entire set and placed value on it even back in '34 (if only sentimental). Also, since in '34 Lajoie was more likely a hero to adults rather than children (my assumption since he was retired), it seems probable that many of these '33 sets belonged to adults and did not get thrown out by Mom, and there could very likely still be some of them stashed in cedar chests, etc. So as these centenarians pass away, expect these sets to begin flooding the market (humor).