Cuban cards and Cuba

[T206DK]

I think that more collectors would buy Cuban cards if more were available in the market. I know I would. Under Castro(s) its almost impossible to get them out of the country

[Kenny Cole]

At this point I suspect that there are far more Cuban cards over here than there are still located in Cuba.

[triwak]

Originally Posted by Kenny Cole

At this point I suspect that there are far more Cuban cards over here than there are still located in Cuba.

You are probably correct, Kenny. However, with the current scarcity, I would think that even a few "new" caches - suddenly made available - might really make a difference. I hope so. Been wondering about this for awhile, myself.

[T206DK]

Originally Posted by Kenny Cole

At this point I suspect that there are far more Cuban cards over here than there are still located in Cuba.

you may be right Kenny. I'm still hoping that some "new" discoveries turn up once Castro is gone and things change there

[baseballart]

I agree with those who have said there are more Cuban cards in the US than in Cuba.

I visited there on a cubaball tour http://www.cubaball.com/ in February 2010. There is an incredible interest in baseball--it is discussed daily in the square in Havana

There was no doubt that Cuban collectors were well aware of the value of early cards, and despite Castro, such cards can and easily do leave Cuba. I picked up some ratty cards and photos in the market, and the dealers there were knowledgeable and aware of what prices the high end cards would bring.

Here's a link to 900 or so photos of my trip. Highlights include Mendez's grave, meeting Martin Dihigo Jr but most of all Connie Marrero

http://farm5.staticflickr.com/4005/4...218577b_z.jpg/