I'm back again, after a minute. This time, the main thing that has kept me from blogging has been back problems. This stems from an injury I had over 20 years ago that caused nerve damage in my neck, throat and back. I guess I need to do a better job of preventative exercise, because this time was not a lot of fun. Thankfully, I am feeling better!
But let's get back with another post showing some more of the oversized stuff I got for a quarter per item. Starting with some 1980 Topps Supers! I actually already had this complete set, but that didn't stop me from grabbing these big names, especially since they all came in oversized top loaders. Those gotta be over a quarter each on their own!
Normal size Sandy for a size reference...
Next, I grabbed these
Three of these are from the 1987 Smokey Bear's Fire Prevention Team set. The Joyner is also from 1987, but seems to be from a different set. These are 4x6 inches, and feel like postcards. I think I picked up duplicates of the Garvey and Canseco.
I didn't know what to make of these guys, but I grabbed the big names.
They are 3.5x5.5 inches, good stock and a slightly glossy finish on the fronts. The backs are blank. It turns out that they are from a set called "1980 An Exhibit Card Hall of Fame Reprints". I used COMC.com to try and figure out what they are, and once I got them on the screen, I was surprised for how much people were trying to get for them. Most all of the ones I grabbed are priced at over $40, and several over $60. I wish I had grabbed more, because there definitely were at least 30 more in the stacks.
And last for today, these Linnett Superstars from 1976. I don't know much about these, but I am happy to have them! They are about 4x6.
All of mine have backs that show off either 'Sailing Ships' or 'Great Cars of the World'. Seems like strange stuff to pair with baseball players, but still pretty cool!
Glad your back is feeling better!
ReplyDeleteGreat stuff, and I certainly sympathize with the back issues.
ReplyDeleteA. Glad your back is feeling better. I deal with lower back issues too. In fact, I tweaked my back yesterday and it's been hurting all day. Like you pointed out... I need to do a better job with preventative exercises.
ReplyDeleteB. Those quarter deals are sweet! I would have been all over every single cards you purchased as well for that price.
C. Never seen those 1976 Linnett Superstars. I just looked them up in hopes of finding a Padres or A's set. Looks like they only had Red Sox, Reds, and Dodgers. I still might try and hunt these down for my collection.
I keep dealing with shoulder problems last couple years, can't imagine back pain. I only get the usual old age ones
ReplyDeleteGlad to see you back blogging!