"Rare" 90s inserts

[sevencostanza]

I sold the Jeter I had from this set, and finally found one of the A-Rod's after 2 years of searching.

It only took you 2 years? I have been looking for this card for 12 years. Never have I seen one until today. I've seen other guys but not A-Rod. Congrats! Great card.

Thanks, appreciate it.

Do you need one of these? Nothing too special, but I have an extra. PM me your address if you do.

 

[HawaiianLance]

I'm pretty sure these are right

Hang onto your hat Onion, the ride is about to get bumpy. <wink>

Some of this doesn't apply since the A's weren't part of the Team Collection issue, but here is Thomas' list (not including non-base inserts):

1) Base Card #27
2) Showcase
3) Artist's Proof, White Border
4) Artist's Proof, Foil Refractor
5) Premium Stock (Series 1 Hobby)
6) Base Series 2 Goin' Yard #508
7) Base Hobby Reserve Goin' Yard (Error) #508 (Series 2 Hobby)
8) Base Hobby Reserve Goin' Yard (Correct) #HR508
9) Hobby Reserve Goin' Yard Showcase #508
10) Hobby Reserve Goin' Yard Artist's Proof #508
11) Hobby Reserve Goin' Yard Reserve Collection #HR508
12) Base Series 2 Checklist #549 (Series 2 Hobby)
13) Base Hobby Reserve Checklist (Error) #549
14) Base Hobby Reserve Checklist (Correct) #HR549
15) Hobby Reserve Checklist Showcase #549
16) Hobby Reserve Checklist Artist's Proof #549
17) Hobby Reserve Checklist Reserve Collection #HR549
18) White Sox Team Collection Base Card #1
19) Team Collection Platinum Club (Silver Refractor)
20) Team Collection Premier Club (Gold Refractor)
21) Jumbo/Super (Retail/Blister)
22) 1997 Score Collector's Tin (right hand side panel)
23) Uncut Full Sheet

Pinnacle printed Team Collection cards for only 10 MLB teams. They are: The Braves, Orioles, Red Sox, Indians, Rockies, Dodgers, Yankees, Mariners, Rangers and of course, the White Sox.

Been working on this issue since '97 - twelve years & over $2K later... I'm still one short. <sigh> :lol:

 

[notjomommasclint]

some fun pickups from a trade last thursday.

 

[johng]

here are a few that were hard to get:
1997 SPX Grand Finale (Gold Hologram) [ SPX Gold shown on top for comparison]

1997 Pinnacle Press Plate Preview Case Box Topper [Fronts only. CARDFRONTATION and SHADES Sub-Set Insert Plates Exist and have both Fronts And Backs]
(Four colors: Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow exist, but not stated)

CARDFRONTATION SUB-SET INSERT SAMPLE:

1997 New Pinnacle Press Plates Fronts and Backs (Four colors each: Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow)
Fronts:

Backs:

1997 Bowman's Best Mirror Image INVERTED Refractors or Atomic Refractor (Refractor version shown)

1997 Donruss Preferred Precious Metals

1997 Topps Finest Gold Embossed Die Cut Refractor

1997 Topps Finest Gold Atomic Refractor Released Test Issue (Not Die cut or Embossed)

1997 Pinnacle Totally Certified Platinum Gold

1996 Liberty Sports

1995-1996 Classic $100 Phone Card
Front:

Back:

1998 Pinnacle Plus Mirror Artist's Proof 1/1
Front:

Back

1997 Donruss Signature Platinum Proof No Foil Error (with Regular Platinum Proof)
Front:

Back:

1996 Studio Press Proof Silver

1996 Studio Select Certified Mirror Gold

1993 Topps Finest Refractor

1996 Leaf Signature Platinum Press Proofs

1997 Upper Deck Capture the Flag GOLD (with regular)
Front:

Back:

1996 Pinnacle Aficionado First Pitch Preview

1996 Upper Deck Diamond Destiny GOLD or SILVER (Silver Version Shown)

1996 Pinnacle Fan Fest Playing Card (with regular version)
Front:

Back:

1997 Upper Deck Star Attractions GOLD
Front:

Back:

1997 Donruss Hit List Gold Press Proof (Die Cut)
Front:

Back:

1997 Pinnacle Inside Diamond Edition
Front:

Back:

1993 Topps Black Gold Certified Winner ABCD

1997 EX-2000 Essential Credentials
Front:

Back:

1997 Ultra Platinum Medallion Edition
Front:

Back:

1997 Cracker Jack All Stars (mini)
Front:

Back:

 

[ThoseBackPages]

holy crap!

NIIIIIICE

 

[NECpilgrims8]

here are a few that were hard to get:

1997 Topps Finest Gold Atomic Refractor Released Test Issue (Not Die cut or Embossed)

1998 Pinnacle Plus Mirror Artist's Proof 1/1
Front:

Back

Can anyone shed some light on these two issues?

I have never heard of the Finest test issue, and I have never seen any other mirror artist proof besides that Andruw.

Has anyone seen any more of these two sets?

 

[Cobra29svt]

notjomommasclint: Any plans for the Kevin Brown CTTC? I'm trying to complete that set.

 

[onionring9]

1993 Topps Finest Refractor

In you collection John, I think this picture amazes me the most. Always love seeing your stuff!

 

[theplasticman]

Good golly gee whiz... nice Big Mac's!

 

[Bornagaincollector]

I got these in today from ebay.Just noticed the 1 on the left is the Triple Crown Version and were seeded 1/145 packs on average.Not bad for 1.31 dlvd.

 

[uniquebaseballcards]

That Gold Embossed Refractor may not have been a test issue, it might have been cut from an uncut sheet. I had a Bagwell like that.

I do remember seeing another mirror artist proof somewhere I think.

here are a few that were hard to get:

1997 Topps Finest Gold Atomic Refractor Released Test Issue (Not Die cut or Embossed)

Can anyone shed some light on these two issues?

I have never heard of the Finest test issue, and I have never seen any other mirror artist proof besides that Andruw.

Has anyone seen any more of these two sets?

 

[Brewer Andy]

Wow! That mac post....just wow! Greatest...post...ever

 

[predatorkj]

I got these in today from ebay.Just noticed the 1 on the left is the Triple Crown Version and were seeded 1/145 packs on average.Not bad for 1.31 dlvd.

When did you start collecting Bags? :lol:

 

[johng]

Only in a Pacific Cards world can Silver and Copper be worth more than Gold!

1997 Pacific Crown Collection Silver Foil
Front:

Back:

1998 Pacific Aurora Copper
Front:

Back:

...or maybe it's because the cards look nicer than their book value?

1993 Pacific Jugadores Calientes
Front:

Back:

...but what ever you do, don't let them get you blue!

1997 Pacific Crown Collection Blue Foil
Front:

Back:

 

[tonsofcommons]

Are the blue and the Silver 1997 Pacific as similar as I have heard?

 

[cbrandtw]

Never have I collected Big Mac before but keep those cards coming I love seeing them. That's awesome. Thanks

 

[johng]

I believe it is nearly impossible to know which card is silver and light blue without having the two right in front of your eyes. I mean look at the scans. one is lighter than the other that's pretty much it.

Well, I haven't seen anyone post this card and thought it was a nice one:

1997 Donruss Studio Master Strokes (not the Jumbo)
Front:

Back:

or maybe this great refractor!

1997 Topps Chrome International Refractor
Front:

Back:

1997 New Pinnacle Aura Artist's Proof Sub-Set and the 1997 New Pinnacle Press Plate that helped make it!

 

[Hallsgator]

 

[dodgerchromie]

 

[Mozzie22]

Finally picked the 93 Finest Refractor up: