August Pickups

[Bestdj777]

Originally Posted by brian1961

Way 'ta go, Chris!!!!!!!!!!!!! Congratulations on finally getting the 55 Stahl-Meyer Franks Mickey Mantle. Just having one is definitely an accomplishment very few Mantle collectors reach. For having a major crease, at least it misses Mick's eyes and most of his cap. That spares some of the essential eye appeal. --Brian Powell

Thanks Brian! Now I just need the 54.... I am so glad the wrinkle didn't go through his face. I don't mind creases as long as they don't ruin the eye appeal. I appreciate the kind words. This is one I've wanted for a while. I bid on this exact card in an auction several months ago but backed out one bid too soon.

[jb217676]

Here's a 1977 J.D. McCarthy of Tom "Touch 'em all Joe" Cheek, hall of fame broadcaster of the Blue Jays. I guess this would be his rookie card.

[HRBAKER]

[CobbSpikedMe]

Jeff,

That's a sweet Minoso!!

[itjclarke]

Picked up a few signed ones this month, these two were the highlights...
1957 Topps Don Drysdale signed, previous auction.jpg1961 Topps Mickey Mantle MVP signed.jpg


And a super clean Clemente off BST.. it's a dupe but I couldn't resist.
1970 Topps Roberto Clemente N54.jpg

ADDING-- (almost forgot) signed Catfish rookie from LOTG
1965 Topps Jim Hunter signed.jpg

[Bestdj777]

This is the only one I have ever seen for sale and I am ecstatic to add this to my collection. What makes it even better is that it has relatively decent centering and none of the typical scrapbook damage. Plus, it is fresh from Venezuela, which only adds to the charm to me.

[almostdone]

Originally Posted by Bestdj777

This is the only one I have ever seen for sale and I am ecstatic to add this to my collection. What makes it even better is that it has relatively decent centering and none of the typical scrapbook damage. Plus, it is fresh from Venezuela, which only adds to the charm to me.

Congrats of the 59 Mantle Venezuelan. I know you have got to be excited about that pick up. Very hard card to find at all let alone afford. Very nice!
Drew

[tdawg]

Originally Posted by Bestdj777

This is the only one I have ever seen for sale and I am ecstatic to add this to my collection. What makes it even better is that it has relatively decent centering and none of the typical scrapbook damage. Plus, it is fresh from Venezuela, which only adds to the charm to me.

WOW! A great find!!! Congratulations!!!!

I see you're also looking for a 1960 Venezuelan Mantle/Boyer... There's a PSA4 on eBay right now for a mere $5,000 .... ;-)

[MattyC]

Originally Posted by Bestdj777

This is the only one I have ever seen for sale and I am ecstatic to add this to my collection. What makes it even better is that it has relatively decent centering and none of the typical scrapbook damage. Plus, it is fresh from Venezuela, which only adds to the charm to me.

That card is diesel.

[jb67]

Congrats Chris on obtaining the Mantle. How long have you been looking for that particular Mantle?

[toppcat]

Originally Posted by Bestdj777

This is the only one I have ever seen for sale and I am ecstatic to add this to my collection. What makes it even better is that it has relatively decent centering and none of the typical scrapbook damage. Plus, it is fresh from Venezuela, which only adds to the charm to me.

Sweet pickup! The Vennies are uber-tough.

I have to double check but I don't think the albums started until 1964.