1948-9 Leaf reprints

[tedzan]

Most of the 1949 LEAF cards with normal RED backgrounds will also be found with "redish-violet" color backgrounds.
Here are some of the color variations in my set.









TED Z

[Reno]

Crazy stuff. Thank you too Ted!

[stlcardsfan]

Hi, new member here. I just purchased a 48 Leaf Musial and I have some concerns about its authenticity. The main reason I am concerned is the card stock. I have never handled a 48 Leaf before to compare it to, but the stock seems to be much more rigid than vintage Topps and Bowman. I realize it is hard to tell from a scan but any opinions would be appreciated. Thanks.

http://s1094.photobucket.com/albums/...scan0001-1.jpg

http://s1094.photobucket.com/albums/...scan0002-1.jpg

[stlcardsfan]

Bump it up to see if anyone has input on my post above. Thanks.

[almostdone]

I'm no expert on these cards but have had a few in the past and it looks like a good (and very nice) example of Musial. The card stock is a bit more rigid than other sets from later on of both Topps and Bowman. From the looks of the card as well as my personal ,yet limited, experience I think your cad is ligit. Congrats!

Drew

[almostdone]

Oh yes, also wecolme to the boards. It always nice to have another Musial fan around.
Drew

[stlcardsfan]

Well I went to a card show in St. Louis today and found out the card is a fake. Showed it to a long time friend / dealer and he didn't hesitate. Showed to another dealer I didn't really know and he didn't hesitate either. I bought it from a guy at www.sportscardforum.com. Asked for a refund so we'll see what happens. They both said at least it's a good fake! Disappointing but not shocking. Drew, thanks for your input.