rookieaddict
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Santo should be cheap. Still pissed that I had to spend decent money on one for my PSA rc PC
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Rookie Cards That You Should Own, but Probably Don’t
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Santo should be cheap. Still pissed that I had to spend decent money on one for my PSA rc PC
ThoseBackPages
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Why? who forced you to buy one?
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I don't feel he's Hall worthy, he was a good player. I think he got in because of the work he did with the Cubs after he was out of the game. Shouldn't take 30+ years to get in if you deserve to be there. Who made me buy? OCD and the PSA Set Registry.
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1951 Bowman- Willie Mays #305
Often overshadowed by his center field contemporary but never overlooked, Willie Mays might have been the greatest player to ever live. An absolute physical specimen that excelled at a premium defensive position, while putting up offensive numbers that would stand the test of time. I feel his 1951 Bowman is still undervalued even though a PSA 2 can set you back a little over $550. Consider this: that is less than a Xander Boegarts Bowman Chrome gold refractor autograph. The card itself is such a mystery because it brings up so many questions. Why is that golden tarp flowing in the background, and what is housed in the green shed just behind it? For me this makes the card and exemplifies what the 1951 Bowman set is all about, art. This card is truly a masterpiece in our hobby and one that everyone should strive to own.
Often overshadowed by his center field contemporary but never overlooked, Willie Mays might have been the greatest player to ever live. An absolute physical specimen that excelled at a premium defensive position, while putting up offensive numbers that would stand the test of time. I feel his 1951 Bowman is still undervalued even though a PSA 2 can set you back a little over $550. Consider this: that is less than a Xander Boegarts Bowman Chrome gold refractor autograph. The card itself is such a mystery because it brings up so many questions. Why is that golden tarp flowing in the background, and what is housed in the green shed just behind it? For me this makes the card and exemplifies what the 1951 Bowman set is all about, art. This card is truly a masterpiece in our hobby and one that everyone should strive to own.
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1981 WTF Rochester Redwings- Cal Ripken Jr. #SC1
Widely regarded as the third hardest pre-rookie Ripken to find, this black and white beauty is a rising star. With the harder two examples skyrocketing in price, this card is an option for modest collectors looking for a rare Ripken than won’t break the bank, yet. Sadly, I passed on a complete set (Ripken is also picture on the checklist which goes for $75) last year at $375. Now, if you can even find one, the Ripken alone will go for $400. I believe this card has much more room to grow due to its limited availability and designation as one of Cal’s very first cards. Visit FCB board member RITM’s website (1981 WTF Rochester - Ripken in the Minors) for more information regarding high end early Ripkens.
Widely regarded as the third hardest pre-rookie Ripken to find, this black and white beauty is a rising star. With the harder two examples skyrocketing in price, this card is an option for modest collectors looking for a rare Ripken than won’t break the bank, yet. Sadly, I passed on a complete set (Ripken is also picture on the checklist which goes for $75) last year at $375. Now, if you can even find one, the Ripken alone will go for $400. I believe this card has much more room to grow due to its limited availability and designation as one of Cal’s very first cards. Visit FCB board member RITM’s website (1981 WTF Rochester - Ripken in the Minors) for more information regarding high end early Ripkens.
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1981 WTF Rochester Redwings- Cal Ripken Jr. #SC1
Widely regarded as the third hardest pre-rookie Ripken to find, this black and white beauty is a rising star. With the harder two examples skyrocketing in price, this card is an option for modest collectors looking for a rare Ripken than won’t break the bank, yet. Sadly, I passed on a complete set (Ripken is also picture on the checklist which goes for $75) last year at $375. Now, if you can even find one, the Ripken alone will go for $400. I believe this card has much more room to grow due to its limited availability and designation as one of Cal’s very first cards. Visit FCB board member RITM’s website (1981 WTF Rochester - Ripken in the Minors) for more information regarding high end early Ripkens.
Is this the one that is rare due to the fact the shed at the Stadium that was housing them burned down?
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Supposedly only 1,800 sets were printed. I believe Cal being card #1 was usually a little more condition sensitive due to the shrink wrap. Visit RITM's site for more in depth info on all early rare Ripken's. That guy has a ton of info on them and it's really an invaluable resource.
I thought the same thing when I saw those values! I love Brooks, and own a PSA7 RC of his, but Frank's #s just trounce Brooks'. (Full disclosure, I also own a raw Frank card...)
I wonder how much the only PSA 10 of this card would go for at auction today...
I'd rather wait till 2025 or so. Kershaw's great but replace "Clayton Kershaw" with "Tim Lincecum" and see how risky young pitchers can be. I think this is kind of the point of the thread. Don't buy the BC auto of a current star, buy a 1957 Topps Frank or Brooks Robinson.
ThoseBackPages
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i am not old enough to remember his playing days. As for the registry, i hear you on that.
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ChasHawk
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I know its not the point of this thread, but since the issue was raised, I get really tired of hearing this.
It took Santo so long to get in because of a bunch of bs amongst the sport writers from his era who disliked his "cockiness".
He trounced Robinson as an offensive player and was nearly as great a defender.
I agree that Santo and Billy Williams RCs are greatly undervalued.
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I agree and nothing against [MENTION=2223]matfanofold[/MENTION] but I feel that Kershaw suggestion is against the very point of the thread
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Yeah. My idea was to spotlight cards I felt most on here weren't aware of or cards that are not the "main" RC of that set. Definitely a vintage slant due to the prospecting slant on this board.
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1954 Johnston Cookies-Henry Aaron
Yeah, yeah, yeah, I know the Hammer had a mainstream 1954 Topps issue, but there is something to be said about this regional issue that is much more scarce. Generally cheaper than the standard Topps issue, this clean and simple design is effective and very appealing to the eye.
If I ever had the chance to get a card signed by Mr. Aaron this would be my choice. Rare, crisp, clean and featuring a photo that Topps did not beat to death puts this card on my list of rookies you should own, but probably don't.
Yeah, yeah, yeah, I know the Hammer had a mainstream 1954 Topps issue, but there is something to be said about this regional issue that is much more scarce. Generally cheaper than the standard Topps issue, this clean and simple design is effective and very appealing to the eye.
If I ever had the chance to get a card signed by Mr. Aaron this would be my choice. Rare, crisp, clean and featuring a photo that Topps did not beat to death puts this card on my list of rookies you should own, but probably don't.
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77 Chong. One day....
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