Collecting the HOF - ever lose your passion?

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Posted By: Mark Tylicki

Nope - 13 years and going strong. I enjoy the challenges it brings from finding certain negro leaguers to researching the different options. In a lot of cases it will take years to set aside enough money to buy some of the tougher HOFers but that keeps it fun. I also like the fact that there's only 250+ members so the collection stays small and focused.

Over the years I've modified some of my interests. At first, I went with my favorite portrait card of every HOFer. Then, I realized I had lots of 1953 Topps and 1933 Goudeys. So, I started swapping players out for new type cards. I also had tribute cards of the older players - lots of 1950 Callahans and 1960 Fleers. These are slowly being replaced with contemporary issues. Upgrading is another driving force. I have lots of low-grade examples where it may take a lifetime to find upgrades or put aside enough cash to buy them (ex. 1909 T206 Broadleaf Beckley or 1936 WWG DiMaggio).

The cards may gather a little dust here and there sitting in a safe deposit box. But, you can build a website to look at them more frequently and share with others. It's also fun reading about the game and knowing you have a Ross Youngs stashed away when his name comes across in some story.

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