June Pick up thread

[Scott Garner]

Wow! Truly an awesome framing job- nice!!!

[mr2686]

that blue matting really makes it pop...well done!

[Rob D.]

Mark,

Were you able to find a vintage frame, or is that a newer one? Looks nice.

[docpatlv]

Sorry not pre-war, but a holy-grail item for me.

Arrived at work today and on the desk in my office was a package waiting for me. I have been waiting (impatiently) for about 15 years to add this Clemente item to my collection. I first saw one at the Ft. Washington show in about 1995 and passed on it at the time. I have regretted it ever since, have attempted to win some that have been on e-bay in the last year or so but came up short. This last time I saw one, I took the plunge. A couple of other HOF'ers came along for the ride....

1968 Topps Plak Panel: Yastrzemski-Killebrew-Clemente

[GrayGhost]

that plaque is awesome. Those are really scarce. I have a friend who wrote a book on his Yaz collection, and has an amazing collection, and I believe that is one of the Yaz items he doesn't have.

[docpatlv]

Thanks Scott,

I picked it up for the Clemente, but having a couple of extra HOF'ers on there makes it even better. Took me a looonnnnggg time to get one.

Mike

I find myself migrating back to post-war after a long stretch of chasing pre-war.

[rhettyeakley]

I picked up the following 1961 Columbus Jets 8"x10" promotional photo for basically what the photo would cost off ebay, and was really happy about what was on back, the seller hardly even mentioned they were there. The Umbricht is actually about 2" long and is a bit light but who's complaining?

-Rhett

[Tigerden]

Mike: Congrats on the 1968 Topps Plaks Clemente++ acquisition. After a ten year quest for this rarity, it was probably a good idea to pull the trigger regardless of cost. A Topps Plaks Kaline just sold at auction for around $800.These must be the missing piece in many advanced collections.


Mark: The D&M Athletics display looks great in that frame. The frame itself looks worth $150, great deal. I will post the Giants display as soon as it is completed and hope it turns out as nice as yours.

[perezfan]

Thanks Scott, Mr. 2686 and Rob...

The frame is not vintage, but is made to look that way. I thought this style was a great match to the victorian look of the sign. Regarding the mat, there were just so many options, it was difficult to pick one. I went with the blue that best matched the inner core of the piece. But some others looked equally great or better. Some of the fabric mats looked amazing (but added even more expense) so I chose to draw the line with this version. Got the entire job done for around $150, which was better than my objective.

Mike:
Great acquisition! What's the story as to why these are so rare? Were these Plaques briefly test-marketed by Topps in just one or two geographic markets, or were they simply never released to the general public? I remember this one from a previous catalogue auction (think it was REA, but may have been Mastro). Congrats again!

[mr2686]

Jon, if you're ever interested in selling the Duke Maas, let me know.

[HexsHeroes]

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As many of you know, collections sometimes get to that point where it's a reason to celebrate when the opportunity arises that allows you to cross off even one name on your super tough want list. Joe Casey, who died in 1966, and who was a former member of 1909-1911 Detroit Tigers teams, is on my want list. This signed Boston Fenway Park scorecard cut (c.1939 Old Timers gathering) is the first Joe Casey example I have ever viewed in 13+ years of collecting.

It is now in hand, and is mine. And the name Joe Casey has now been strickened from my want list. Parden me as I dance alittle jig, enjoy a fine whisky, and savor the moment. Cheers.

[mr2686]

Jimmy, I know there must be some photos out there of Robinson in his capacity of working for Chock Full O' Nuts. Those might be great additions as well.

[bobfreedman]

Even though I am Dodgers fan this is one of my favorite pieces

[thekingofclout]

Originally Posted by docpatlv

Sorry not pre-war, but a holy-grail item for me.

Arrived at work today and on the desk in my office was a package waiting for me. I have been waiting (impatiently) for about 15 years to add this Clemente item to my collection. I first saw one at the Ft. Washington show in about 1995 and passed on it at the time. I have regretted it ever since, have attempted to win some that have been on e-bay in the last year or so but came up short. This last time I saw one, I took the plunge. A couple of other HOF'ers came along for the ride....

1968 Topps Plak Panel: Yastrzemski-Killebrew-Clemente

By the way Doc... congrats on landing such a rare and significant piece! Being a lifelong Clemente fan, I really enjoy an important piece such as this. My best, Jimmy

[docpatlv]

Adam and Jimmy--thanks for the nice words.

And in tribute to you Jimmy I am going to post a companion piece I recently picked up....I had the fob and added the advertisement.



Mike

[slidekellyslide]

Picked up an interesting photo of Dick Stuart from his monster 1956 season in Lincoln. Also picked up a photo of Nellie Fox's mom, dad and wife in the grand stands at Sherman Field in Lincoln from 1948.

[FUBAR]

Kingofclout... was that the one we were talking about from Ebay??

[thekingofclout]

Originally Posted by docpatlv

Adam and Jimmy--thanks for the nice words.

And in tribute to you Jimmy I am going to post a companion piece I recently picked up....I had the fob and added the advertisement.



Mike

Hey Mike... I'm honored that you posted your tremendous fob and incredible newspaper advertisement companion piece for me! Thank you. It really is a most rewarding hunt, to find these wonderful bits.

This isn't new but your post reminds me of one of my Matty pieces...

MATTY_bain.jpgMATTYbainnewspaper.jpg

[thekingofclout]

I was floored to win this incredibly iconic ANNIE LEIBOVITZ original TYPE I photograph that she took the same day that Lennon was killed...

lennonleibovitzROLLINGSTONEcover.jpg

lennonleibovitzROLLINGSTONEcoverVERSO.jpg

lennonRScover.jpg

[canjond]

Not entirely vintage but exceedingly rare