1953 Lopats Nomads barnstorming in Japan photo lot

[71buc]

The photo below has been in my collection for awhile. It features a US All Star team visiting Japan in 1953. While researching the photo I came across this web page http://baseballguru.com/jholway/analysisjholway36.html discussing the games played that year. Lopat was a member of one of those teams. I hope this info helps.

[Chris-Counts]

I collect snapshots and I always find them difficult to put a value on. There's no price guide for snapshots. Personally, I'm always surprised at how little they sell for. As with cards, most collectors will pay a premium for the stars, and it looks like you have a few of them. I've typically paid about $5 for common players and up to $50 for a Berra in a minor league uniform. I see what looks like two Yogi Berras, two Eddie Mathews and an Enos Slaughter, and they're in nice shape. If you're selling them, I'd do it as a lot, or you'll likely be stuck with the stadium shots.

[GoCubsGo32]

I collect snapshot as well and I can echo what Chris has mention. Snapshots are very strange market. $5 for common is about avg and HOFer snapshot depending condition,caliber player and the way it looks $15-$50.

[Exhibitman]

Echoing Chris and Gary, the numbers seem about right unless you have a Ruth, Gehrig, Cobb, etc. That's why they are fun--you can concentrate on stadium backgrounds, uniforms, interesting scenes, etc., since the actual players won't set you back all that much.