Favorite DiMaggio - what would be your “one & only?”

[Belfast1933]

I am thinking of switching up my current Joe DiMaggio card in my HOF Collection and I’d love to hear others’ opinion on which Joe they would have as their “one/only” in their collection.

I don’t have a crazy high budget so I wouldn’t be able to pursue the ultra rare and mega expensive.

My current card is his ‘41 Playball (see below) which I really like - but I have had this one for several years an may be interested in making a change.

So, what would your “one and only” Joe D card be? Thx for sharing your thoughts (and card images too!)

Thanks

Jeff

[jingram058]

I have a modern "novelty" card I bought on eBay a couple of years ago that has what I feel is Joe D's best photo. Alas, not worth much, but boy is it great to look at.

Otherwise, I go with 1939 Play Ball in a tie with 1941. I have one of each and frankly, can't decide which one I like best. I like them both. I think Joe's best years were pre-WW2. The 1939 in my plaque here is a copy. The one in my safe deposit box is real.

[pokerplyr80]

The 41 is his most iconic card in my opinion. The first one you think of when you think Joe D. His rookie, 36 WWG, or zeenut may be more valuable. Perhaps others as well that I'm forgetting. But if I could only have 1 in my collection it would be the 41 play ball.

If you do decide to sell that to buy another please let me know.

[Peter_Spaeth]

One of these two. I don't love the 41, pinhead shot, sort of goofy face and usually way out of register.

[hcv123]

Originally Posted by pokerplyr80

The 41 is his most iconic card in my opinion. The first one you think of when you think Joe D. His rookie, 36 Goudey, or zeenut may be more valuable. Perhaps others as well that I'm forgetting. But if I could only have 1 in my collection it would be the 41 play ball.

If you do decide to sell that to buy another please let me know.

Couldn't have said it better.

[roarfrom34]

I had him sign this Sports Hobbyist postcard TTM back in 1979:

[Yoda]

The '40 Play Ball has somethings going for it; it is #1 in the set and shows Joe D. in his iconic batting swing pose. Still cheaper than the '41, I think.

[Lucas00]

If I could have any it would be zeenut without a doubt

[Bigdaddy]

The 1941 Playball all the way. I don't own one but it is on my bucket list of cards.

[Exhibitman]

Zeenut, definitely. Honorable mention to the 1937 OPC

[talkinbaseball]

My favorite is the Zeenut also, the 41 is so hard to find nicely registered or focused.
John

[Peter_Spaeth]

I assume people know there are two Zeenut Dimaggios.

[tedzan]

1949 LEAF

I have quite a variety of Joe DiMaggio cards. This one, though, I have a certain sentimental attachment
to it, since it was my very first set of colorized BB cards, which I collected when I was a 10 year old kid.










TED Z

T206 Reference
.

[BabyRuth]

I just love this signed comic by the Yankee Clipper.

[Peter_Spaeth]

Musical interlude

From coast to coast that's all your hear
Of Joe, the one man show
He's glorified the horsehide sphere
Joltin' Joe Dimaggio

Joe Joe Dimaggio
We want you on our side.

[Touch'EmAll]

The 1939 Playball shows Joe with a very nice smile - not always seen in his cards. The black & white photo gives a good vintage look. The '39 is a tad more affordable, giving you the chance to acquire a better grade for your buck.

[Snowman]

Tough call for me between the 41 Playball and the 48 Leaf. I like the look of the leaf better, but the 41 is more iconic.

[mrreality68]

Originally Posted by Lucas00

If I could have any it would be zeenut without a doubt

+1 agree the Zeenut would be the one for me

[Eric72]

Not my card.

If I could only have one, I'd probably choose the Goudey, with cartoons. It seems to be a somewhat polarizing card. The artwork isn't for everyone. As many have said, though, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. To me, this is a beautiful baseball card.

Perhaps oddly, I don't care for the version without cartoons.

[riggs336]

My favorite is the R312 pastel colorized card, misspelled name and all.

[invest]

This my one and only DiMaggio card, although not the best picture. I love it for its simplicity.

Troy

[Johnny T]

Originally Posted by Eric72

Not my card.

If I could only have one, I'd probably choose the Goudey, with cartoons. It seems to be a somewhat polarizing card. The artwork isn't for everyone. As many have said, though, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. To me, this is a beautiful baseball card.

Perhaps oddly, I don't care for the version without cartoons.

I agree 100% I have the '39, 40 and 41 Play Ball as well as the Fine Pen from '36 but my favorite is the 38 Goudey. Here's mine.

[benge610]

Ben

"I love baseball history backstory; especially when it involves cards."

[bozzio37]

I see it’s not a popular choice, but my fave has always been the ‘38 Goudey.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[puckpaul]

Originally Posted by bozzio37

I see it’s not a popular choice, but my fave has always been the ‘38 Goudey.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I love those! But I don’t have the Joe D now (should have bought it years ago!).

[vintagebaseballcardguy]

I'm the Lone Ranger who likes the '40 Play Ball, and I don't usually go for b & w.

Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk

[Yoda]

Originally Posted by vintagebaseballcardguy

I'm the Lone Ranger who likes the '40 Play Ball, and I don't usually go for b & w.

Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk

I agree. See my earlier post.

[Neal]

1) 1938 Goudey 274 hands down
2) 1941 Play Ball
3) 1948 Leaf - which is the only Yankee Clipper that I own

1948 Leaf Dimaggio.jpg


Sent from my SM-G998U using Tapatalk

[Peter_Spaeth]

As you wish.

[Seven]

The only DiMaggio that is currently in my collection, is the 1952 Berk Ross Joe DiMaggio which is a card I certainly love having in my collection.

But If I had to pick one that could be my "One and Only" it would probably be the 1936 National Chicle Pastels (R312) issue.

[JackR]

Originally Posted by Seven

The only DiMaggio that is currently in my collection, is the 1952 Berk Ross Joe DiMaggio which is a card I certainly love having in my collection.

But If I had to pick one that could be my "One and Only" it would probably be the 1936 National Chicle Pastels (R312) issue.

That’s my fav, too. The rosy cheeks, the staged follow-through swing, the youthful look… it’s got it all! P.S. Let the mocking begin on the size of this slab!

[brianp-beme]

Originally Posted by JackR

That’s my fav, too. The rosy cheeks, the staged follow-through swing, the youthful look… it’s got it all! P.S. Let the mocking begin on the size of this slab!

And Joe is so young he was still misspelling his name when signing.

Brian

[JollyElm]

This barely counts at all, but keeping with the 'show your DiMaggios' feel of the thread, I'll post this cool new pickup, a 1967 Laughlin World Series #36 'With Address on Back' card...


IMG_4694.jpg

[MikeGarcia]

Wheaties Premium , for kids who listened faithfully to The Jack Armstrong Radio Program in 1941.

..

[todeen]

Originally Posted by MikeGarcia

Wheaties Premium , for kids who listened faithfully to The Jack Armstrong Radio Program in 1941.

..

I think you posted this a couple years ago on another Joe D thread. This is in my top 5 favorite Dimaggio items. Great action shot.

[Leon]

Originally Posted by MikeGarcia

Wheaties Premium , for kids who listened faithfully to The Jack Armstrong Radio Program in 1941.

..

Similar but looks to be different stock.... Only one I have seen.

[BeanTown]

Late to the DiMaggio party, but my one and only would be this 1935 Pebble Beach PC with his autograph on it. Done as a Clothing promotion back in 1935 with him in his San Fran Seals uniform.

[1880nonsports]

but a mounted advertisement signed. Still neat with his paramour.....

[Schlesinj]

1936 DiMaggio Goudey Premium.jpg

1936 Nat C DiMaggio.jpg

[todeen]

Originally Posted by Schlesinj

Attachment 544977

Attachment 544978

The 1936 National Chicle is my favorite card.

[Johnny T]

My favorite has to be the 38 Goudey. I also like the 36 Fine Pens (can't get my card image to attach), but I agree with everyone that the 41 is the most iconic. JT

[refz]

1939 Playball for me.

[todeen]

This is my one and only. I love the color!

[Brownie33]

I personally love all Joe’s oversized cards and premiums. This is mine and one of my favorites of his.