Oh Super Sweet 90's Inserts.... #3

athletics07 · Dec 2, 2015

I had been watching those, or rather, I had been tracking those on my spreadsheet. Yes, I'm crazy and don't like to give potential buyers itchy trigger fingers seeing the watch count rise. With Burbank's propensity to use stock photos, I was skeptical. Though, the wildcard being the non-deckled edges. Why have stock photos of those? I also couldn't believe that these would have been sitting in front of everyone's faces for so long while never being purchased but more likely purchased and since returned. After seeing the results this morning I had an idea to check Beckett. They were in fact listed as "new" inventory. That sealed it. I didn't even realize Burbank got new inventory anymore. I'll let you know what happens.

JoshHamilton · Dec 2, 2015

George_Calfas said:
The 1997 Finest Gold with Atomic Refractor finish and not die-cut or embossed were test cards and likely less than 5 sheets were printed. I have seen three Tony Gwynn cards (own 2) and no more than two for other players.

Have you seen a Conine?

mrdallas · Dec 2, 2015

athletics07 said:
I had been watching those, or rather, I had been tracking those on my spreadsheet. Yes, I'm crazy and don't like to give potential buyers itchy trigger fingers seeing the watch count rise. With Burbank's propensity to use stock photos, I was skeptical. Though, the wildcard being the non-deckled edges. Why have stock photos of those? I also couldn't believe that these would have been sitting in front of everyone's faces for so long while never being purchased but more likely purchased and since returned. After seeing the results this morning I had an idea to check Beckett. They were in fact listed as "new" inventory. That sealed it. I didn't even realize Burbank got new inventory anymore. I'll let you know what happens.

Funny, I have had this happen on a few cards (including this one if it is the same card I swear I have seen before) where I am figuring that if nobody is pulling the trigger then it must not be worth it. Huh. Maybe I should start gambling on some of these. Nice pickup... And to get it from Burbank who usually charges a mighty premium on cards even that much sweeter!!

JoshHamilton · Dec 2, 2015

Burbank only uses stock photos on non serial-numbered cards that are already in their inventory. Every numbered card I've bought from them has matched the serial # in the scan.

Burbank gets new inventory pretty regularly. They still buy massive collections.

George_Calfas · Dec 2, 2015

JoshHamilton said:
Have you seen a Conine?

No, sorry....or maybe that is good? I think I have seen less than 20 total players

BunchOBull · Dec 2, 2015

I confirmed with Burbank before purchase that the new inventory of 1997 Finest Refractors were actual scans and not stock photos, which is odd because I know for a fact that have a scan of the gold refractor from previous sales. I think it's a bit random as to what they scan and what they use stock photos for at times. It seems non-serial numbered cards with a high enough dollar value are in fact scanned on occasion.

BunchOBull · Dec 2, 2015

Here's the scan of the Thomas from Burbank's listing; the checkered pattern is what made me inquire:

Will Style 13 · Dec 3, 2015

I didn't know that these even existed until I got my Palmeiro. Got it in a lot super cheap. My Brady was a little pricy but glad I got it!

magicpapa · Dec 3, 2015

mrdallas said:
Funny, I have had this happen on a few cards (including this one if it is the same card I swear I have seen before) where I am figuring that if nobody is pulling the trigger then it must not be worth it. Huh. Maybe I should start gambling on some of these. Nice pickup... And to get it from Burbank who usually charges a mighty premium on cards even that much sweeter!!

I picked up my Griffey Gold Embossed Refractor from Burbank years back, and at a real nice price :mrgreen:

magicpapa · Dec 3, 2015

George_Calfas said:
The 1997 Finest Gold with Atomic Refractor finish and not die-cut or embossed were test cards and likely less than 5 sheets were printed. I have seen three Tony Gwynn cards (own 2) and no more than two for other players.

I know Be8eL0VE owns at least 2 Jeters

JoshHamilton · Dec 3, 2015

George_Calfas said:
No, sorry....or maybe that is good? I think I have seen less than 20 total players

It's a good thing. I'm tired of taking one step forward only to discover another new card and take one step back.

Speaking of one step forward...I picked this up this morning. Now at 342/354

mrdallas · Dec 3, 2015

magicpapa said:
I picked up my Griffey Gold Embossed Refractor from Burbank years back, and at a real nice price :mrgreen:

Well done!!!

GameJerseyPR · Dec 3, 2015

Bought a another large collection with 90's goodies,anyone intrested in any player please pm.

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athletics07 · Dec 3, 2015

Can anyone confirm whether this is the 2nd set of xx proofs to surface or was Juan excluded from the first wave years back? Different seller from the original inventory but also a seller with a reputation. Always been curious if in fact only one copy.

1998 Donruss Elite Status Sample #11 - Juan Gonzalez
Courtesy of COMC.com

1998 Donruss Elite Status Sample #128 - Juan Gonzalez
Courtesy of COMC.com

1998 Leaf Fractal Matrix Die-Cut Diamond-Axis Promos #173 - Juan Gonzalez
Courtesy of COMC.com

DeliciousBacon · Dec 3, 2015

I don't have a scan handy at the moment, but I picked up a 1999 Fleer Brilliants Gold Mike Lowell 85/99 in a 15/$1 box at a show tonight!

BunchOBull · Dec 3, 2015

[MENTION=1759]magicpapa[/MENTION]

You might like this one...a sample too.

RStadlerASU22 · Dec 3, 2015

BunchOBull said:
[MENTION=1759]magicpapa[/MENTION]

You might like this one...a sample too.

That's cool , any idea what back of the cards say, if anything ?

Ryan

BunchOBull · Dec 3, 2015

I haven't been brave enough to crack it open.

BiggioBrooks755 · Dec 4, 2015

JoshHamilton said:
It's a good thing. I'm tired of taking one step forward only to discover another new card and take one step back.

Speaking of one step forward...I picked this up this morning. Now at 342/354

Love the old Marlins uniforms!!!

I used to have a Marlins hat from the 90s but I lost it on a ride at Bush Gardens (I think)

Anywho, which Conine cards are you missing?

Be8el0ve · Dec 4, 2015

BunchOBull said:
@magicpapa

You might like this one...a sample too.

That's cool that yours is a sample and its not numbered. Here is mine numbered,

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