Sports card values depend predominantly on the popularity of the player on the card- the more successful the player, the higher is the worth of the card. Rarely available cards and ones in pristine or mint condition are also highly valued. To an ardent collector, correct sports card news regarding the value and authenticity of the card is of great importance to ensure that card trades are truly profitable.
The origin of sports cards can be dated back to the beginning of the 20th century when cloth strips with the names of baseball players were circulated among fans. The size and form of these collectibles were experimented with during the Second World War and it was only after this period that such collectibles were manufactured on a regular basis. Today, they feature many of the sports played in North America including baseball, basketball, soccer, boxing, golf, hockey, racing and tennis. What started as a simple hobby for avid collectors has now grown into a full-fledged business venture with various online communities listing their values in detail thereby enabling online trading.
Sports card values amount to just as much as a collector is willing to pay. This in turn is determined by the card condition. Any imperfections, such as color spots, blurred images and creases, lead to a decline in its value. Content of the card is the second determinant of the values. Card content includes the career statistics of the player on the card. Rather than the sports or the team played for, an outstanding individual record of the player contributes the greatest to the value of these collectibles. The ones that are scarce or printed in limited edition also boost the sports card values. In fact, the earliest baseball cards printed on cloth strips today fetch as much as USD 800 owing to their scarcity, the rare content and the good condition of these cloth cards.
For an avid sports collector, obtaining the most authentic sportscard news is of absolute importance. Particularly, those interested in buying vintage cards for investment purposes, need to be well-informed before they indulge in trading sports cards. Several sites and magazines such as Beckett and Sports Lizard, Tuff-Stuff, Rookie stars and Sports Collectors Digest are available that give detailed and updated information on Sports card values. By collecting information concerning the source of the card, the credibility of the vendor and authenticity of the card, one can avoid purchasing fake cards.
Thus, adequate information regarding sportscard values and its determinants is of utmost importance before a novice ventures into the exciting world of online Sports card trading.
The Baseball Card Movie
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1972 TOPPS BASEBALL #654 HORACIO PINA RANGERS HIGH # SERIES CARD SET BREAK $0.99 |
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1947-1966 BASEBALL EXHIBIT CARDS-FAIN, DROPO, WRIGHT, WALTERS $0.99 |
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KEVIN MASS~STARTING LINE UP~SPORTS~BASEBALL~CARD~NIB $3.99 |
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1960 Topps Baseball-YANKEES TEAM CARD#332-PSA 6(ExMt) $45.00 |
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1959 TOPPS BASEBALL Card ;BROOKS ROBINSON; Baltimore ORIOLES; BASEBALL HOF; VG + $4.99 |
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1952 TOPPS Baseball card St. Louis Browns Duane Pillette #82 Fair $1.99 |
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baseball cards $0.99 |
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3 BASEBALL ROOKIE JERSEY-AUTOGRAPH CARDS-BOWMAN STERLING-TOPPS-STUDIO $2.36 |
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1990 SCORE BASEBALL CARDS COMPLETE COLLECTOR SET plus 100′s of extras $0.99 |
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350 BASEBALL CARDS IN VINTAGE UNOPENED PACKS – Rated #1 $16.00 |
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11-Pat Burrell Baseball Cards for $1.00 $1.00 |
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1981 donruss baseball cards $4.00 |
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1991 TOPPS TRADED #101T IVAN PUDGE RODRIGUEZ RANGERS ROOKIE MLB BASEBALL CARD RC $0.01 |
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1991 TOPPS TRADED #45T JASON GIAMBI USA OLYMPICS ROOKIE MLB BASEBALL CARD RC $3.25 |
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1969 Milton Bradley Official Baseball Board Game With 285 Baseball Cards! $56.89 |
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1983 topps baseball cards $4.00 |
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DICKIE THON 1992 UPPER DECK AUTO BASEBALL CARD PSA/DNA $7.00 |
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1966 OPC O PEE CHEE BASEBALL 54 JOSE PAGAN PIRATES CARD $7.64 |
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1989 TOPPS BASEBALL “TRADED” SERIES CARD NUMBERS 1-T THROUGH 132-T FULL SET $5.00 |
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1989 TOPPS BASEBALL “TRADED” SERIES CARD NUMBERS 1-T THROUGH 132-T FULL SET $5.00 |
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1996 E-MOTION XL BY FLEER SKYBOX SEALED BOX 24 PACKS BASEBALL CARDS NO RESERVE $9.99 |
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COLLECTION OF 72 1970s BASEBALL CARDS $5.50 |
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(4) Derek Jeter 1993 Topps #98 Baseball Rookie Rc Card Lot NM-MT NY Yankees Wow! $20.51 |
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1991 UPPER DECK FINAL EDITION #55F IVAN RODRIGUEZ RANGERS BASEBALL ROOKIE CARD $0.01 |
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1991 UPPER DECK HANK AARON 9 CARD BASEBALL HEROES SET WITH BASEBALL COVER CARD $0.01 |
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CANDY MALDONADO 1991 DONRUSS AUTO BASEBALL CARD PSA/DNA $8.00 |
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TEXAS RANGERS JOHN RHEINECKER AUTOGRAPH BASEBALL CARD $2.50 |
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* BaseBALL and FootBall Cards From My Ex’s Collection * $11.53 |
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1952 Bowman Joe Astroth #17, PSA. Philadelphia Athletics. Baseball Card. GRADED! $19.99 |
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Vintage 1971 Baseball Game Played with Regular Cards $5.99 |
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(10) BCW BASEBALL CARD 550 CT. CARDBOARD STORAGE BOXES $15.95 |
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TED UHLAENDER / INDIANS “Autographed Baseball Card”MINT $14.99 |
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DICKIE THON 1993 UPPER DECK AUTO BASEBALL CARD PSA/DNA $8.00 |
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1949 Bowman Gum NEW YORK NY GIANTS Baseball Card Carroll “Whitey” Lookman $11.50 |
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1961 Nu-Card Scoops Lot of 5 baseball cards $6.99 |
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11-Miguel Cabrera Baseball Cards for $1.00 $1.00 |
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2005 UD BASEBALL HEROES #48 O. SMITH BASE CARD $1.25 |
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2005 UD BASEBALL HEROES #47 O. SMITH BASE CARD $1.25 |
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1992 Leaf Black Gold Jeff Kent Rookie Baseball Card 445 $2.25 |
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KEVIN MCREYNOLDS 67 Cards Quality Mixed Baseball Lot $7.95 |
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DICKIE THON 1992 UPPER DECK AUTO BASEBALL CARD PSA/DNA $8.00 |
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SAN DIEGO PADRES HEATH MURRAY AUTOGRAPH BASEBALL CARD $2.50 |
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CLEVELAND INDIANS EDWARD MUJICA AUTOGRAPH BASEBALL CARD $2.50 |
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2007 Fleer Baseball Cards Houston Astros Team Set $2.49 |
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2007 Fleer Baseball Card Philadelphia Phillies Team Set $1.99 |
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2007 Fleer Baseball Cards Anaheim Angels Team Set $2.49 |
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2007 Fleer Baseball Cards Cleveland Indians Team Set $2.29 |
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2007 Fleer Baseball Cards Oakland A’s Team Set $2.49 |
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2007 Fleer Baseball Cards Pittsburgh Pirates Team Set $1.99 |
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2007 Fleer Baseball Cards Seattle Mariners Team Set $4.99 |
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Baseball Rampage Baseball 25 Pack Lineup Cards $6.99 Baseball Rampage Baseball 25 Pack Lineup Cards. Baseball Rampage’s 25 Pack Lineup Cards are perfect for coaches at any level. Made with NCR Paper so coaches can share their lineup with opposing coaches. 25 Lineup cards per pack. |
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Wilson Coach Line Up Cards $14.99 Wilson Coach Line Up Cards. 30 pack of Wilson Coach Line Up Cards. Perfect for coaches at all ages. |
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Softball Rampage Softball 25 Pack Lineup Cards $6.99 Softball Rampage Softball 25 Pack Lineup Cards. Baseball Rampage’s 25 Pack Lineup Cards are perfect for coaches at any level. Made with NCR Paper so coaches can share their lineup with opposing coaches. 25 Lineup cards per pack. 25 Pack of Lineup Cards 25-4 Part non-carbon copy paper |
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Mizuno 9-Spike Classic G6 Low Switch Cleats for Baseball $94.99 Mizuno 9-Spike Classic G6 Low Switch Cleats for Baseball. A complete Pro Model metal spike for improved fit, feel, and function for the elite athlete. Color cards to customize your team colors. Premium Synthetic leather for superior feel, durability, comfort and breathability. Mizuno’s 9-spike configuration is lightweight, comfortable, and provides aggressive traction and stability specifically designed for baseball’s primary running, batting, and throwing. |
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Mizuno Speed Trainer G3 Switch Baseball Shoe $69.99 Mizuno Speed Trainer G3 Switch Baseball Shoe. Lightweight, comfortable training shoe ideal for batting practice, fielding drills, and play on hard turf. Color cards to customize to your team colors. Premium Dynamic synthetic leather for superior feel, durability, comfort, and breathability. MIDSOLE: Parallel technology in heel provides cushioning and stability simultaneously. Full length AP+ foot bed provides incredible shock absorption and an overall well cushioned feel. FLEX/RESPONSE: Forefoot flex response with Pro Flex multi-zone flex points. OUTSOLE: Multi-directional solid rubber outsole provides superior traction on all surfaces. |
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TOPPS – 1958 Baseball Cards $12.99 TOPPS – 1958 Baseball Cards – Tin Sign |
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Dick Brodowski Topps Baseball Cards $36.55 Dick Brodowski Topps Baseball Cards Dick Brodowski Topps Baseball Cards |
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Mizuno 9-Spike Classic G6 Mid Switch Cleats $99.99 Mizuno 9-Spike Classic G6 Mid Switch Cleats. A complete Pro Model metal spike for improved fit, feel, and function for the elite athlete. Color cards to customize your team colors. * Premium Synthetic leather for superior feel, durability, comfort and breathability. * Mizuno’s 9-spike configuration is lightweight, comfortable, and provides aggressive traction and stability specifically designed for baseball’s primary running, batting, and throwing. |
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2008 Topps Baseball Cards Complete Set – 660 Cards $80.41 2008 Topps Baseball Cards Complete Set – 660 Cards 2008 Topps Baseball Cards Complete Set – 660 Cards |
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2007 The Israel Baseball League IBL 19pc. Set Baseball Cards $29.24 2007 The Israel Baseball League IBL 19pc. Set Baseball Cards 2007 The Israel Baseball League IBL 19pc. Set Baseball Cards |
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Ernie Banks Unsigned 1954 Topps Baseball Cards $282.08 Ernie Banks Unsigned 1954 Topps Baseball Cards Ernie Banks Unsigned 1954 Topps Baseball Cards |
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2007 Bowman Baseball Cards Wax Box $73.1 2007 Bowman Baseball Cards Wax Box 2007 Bowman Baseball Cards Wax Box |
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2007 Upper Deck Baseball Cards Wax Box $71.64 2007 Upper Deck Baseball Cards Wax Box 2007 Upper Deck Baseball Cards Wax Box |
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Baseball $1.99 Baseball Embellishment An assortment of handmade baseball stickers on one sheet. These make a great addition to gift bags, greeting cards as well as scrapbooking pages. Sizes vary. Sports, kids, bat, ball, mitt, star, jersey, helmet, cap, birthday, sc |
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2005 Bowman Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) $109.65 2005 Bowman Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) 2005 Bowman Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) |
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2007 Topps Series 2 Baseball Cards Wax Box $36.55 2007 Topps Series 2 Baseball Cards Wax Box 2007 Topps Series 2 Baseball Cards Wax Box |
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2009 Topps Triple Threads Baseball Cards Wax Box $246.82 2009 Topps Triple Threads Baseball Cards Wax Box 2009 Topps Triple Threads Baseball Cards Wax Box |
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2009 Topps Allen & Ginter Baseball Cards Wax Box $176.3 2009 Topps Allen & Ginter Baseball Cards Wax Box 2009 Topps Allen & Ginter Baseball Cards Wax Box |
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Team Express Lineup Cards – Baseball Coach/ScoreKeeper $3.99 Team Express Lineup Cards Line-Up Cards For All Sports! Comes complete with part NCR forms and sets per pack. Theres space for starting players and substitutes. – Baseball Coach/ScoreKeeper – Baseball Coach/ScoreKeeper |
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2011 Topps Baseball Cards Series 1 Box $122.69 2011 Topps Baseball Cards Series 1 Box This is a factory sealed hobby box of 2011 Topps Series 1 Baseball cards. The Box has 36 packs in it. |
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2010 Beckett Almanac of Baseball Cards and Collectibles No. 15 $73.92 2010 Beckett Almanac of Baseball Cards and Collectibles No. 15 A truly exhaustive compilation of checklists and prices for baseball cards and countless baseball-related collectibles. More than one million total items priced. Includes virtually all baseball collectibles produced in the last century – even minor league and international cards. The most complete source of its kind. It’s the ultimate reference tool for baseball collectors. |
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Baseball Rampage Baseball Rampage T-Shirt $9.99 Baseball Rampage Baseball Rampage T-Shirt. |
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2004 Bowman Chrome MLB Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) $124.27 2004 Bowman Chrome MLB Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) 2004 Bowman Chrome MLB Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) |
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2004 Bowman Heritage Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) $176.3 2004 Bowman Heritage Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) 2004 Bowman Heritage Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) |
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2005 Bowman Chrome Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) $155.14 2005 Bowman Chrome Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) 2005 Bowman Chrome Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) |
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2005 Fleer Showcase Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) $141.04 2005 Fleer Showcase Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) 2005 Fleer Showcase Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) |
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2005 Playoff Prestige Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) $131.58 2005 Playoff Prestige Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) 2005 Playoff Prestige Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) |
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2006 Upper Deck MLB Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) $65.79 2006 Upper Deck MLB Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) 2006 Upper Deck MLB Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) |
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2006 Upper Deck SPX Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) $141.04 2006 Upper Deck SPX Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) 2006 Upper Deck SPX Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) |
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2007 Topps Chrome Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) $73.1 2007 Topps Chrome Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) 2007 Topps Chrome Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) |
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2007 Topps Complete Set Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) $87.72 2007 Topps Complete Set Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) 2007 Topps Complete Set Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) |
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2007 Topps Turkey Red Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) $100.88 2007 Topps Turkey Red Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) 2007 Topps Turkey Red Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) |
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2008 Topps Series 1 Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) $65.79 2008 Topps Series 1 Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) 2008 Topps Series 1 Baseball Cards Wax Box (Hobby Edition) |
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Joe Rudi Autographed 2004 Fleer / Skybox GBA-JR2 Baseball Cards $14.62 Joe Rudi Autographed 2004 Fleer / Skybox GBA-JR2 Baseball Cards Joe Rudi Autographed / Signed 2004 Fleer / Skybox GBA-JR2 Baseball Cards |
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Alan Trammell Autographed 2004 Fleer / Skybox GBA-AT Baseball Cards $14.62 Alan Trammell Autographed 2004 Fleer / Skybox GBA-AT Baseball Cards Alan Trammell Autographed / Signed 2004 Fleer / Skybox GBA-AT Baseball Cards |
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1990 Donruss Complete Set Baseball Puzzle and Cards (728 Cards) $11.11 A complete set of 1990 Donruss Baseball. 728 cards in the set that includes the Sammy Sosa, Juan Gonzalez, Larry Walker, David Justice, John Olerud, and Bernie Williams Rookie Cards. |
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1986 Jiffy Pop Baseball Cards Set of 20 $19.13 1986 Jiffy Pop Baseball Cards Set of 20 1986 Jiffy Pop Baseball Cards Set of 20Every signed item comes fully certified with a tamper proof hologram certificate of authenticity and is backed by the SportsMemorabilia.com Authenticity Guarantee. |
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Lot of 18 Detroit Tigers Signed Baseball Cards $28.89 Lot of 18 Detroit Tigers Signed Baseball Cards Lot of 18 Detroit Tigers Signed Baseball Cards Every signed item comes fully certified with a tamper proof hologram certificate of authenticity and is backed by the SportsMemorabilia.com Authenticity Guarantee. |
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Baseball Thank You Cards (8 count) $5.99 Baseball Thank You Cards (8 count) have a baseball diamond in the background with a glove and baseball on it and the word “THANKS” stamped on the ball. Inside message reads: “You helped make the party a Grand Slam!” and room for your personal note of than |
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Diversity Baseball 25-Pack Greeting Cards $29.99 The SOHO Collection [ Small Office Home Office ] …because nobody understands the balance between home and office like Successories, the leader in motivation. SoHo 25-Pack Greeting Cards: Discover the impact of our cards! These greeting cards add stylish motivational messages to your notes and will make a positive impression on everyone who receives them. Stock cards are blank inside for a personal message and packaged flat to imprint messages using your computer printer. Includes 25 envelopes. |
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Baseball Rampage Baseball Property of Athletic Dept. T-Shirt $16.99 Baseball Rampage Baseball Property of Athletic Dept. T-Shirt. Baseball Property of Athletic Dept. |
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Baseball Rampage Baseball Dad T-Shirt $16.99 Baseball Rampage Baseball Dad T-Shirt. Is your Dad a baseball Dad? Whether it’s a Father’s Day gift or an everyday look, the new Dad T-shirt is major league. “Dad.” |
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Baseball Rampage Baseball Mom T-Shirt $16.99 Baseball Rampage Baseball Mom T-Shirt. Is your Mom a baseball Mom? Whether it’s a Mother’s Day gift or an everyday look, the new Mom T-shirt is major league. “Mom.” |
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Baseball Rampage 16 Position Baseball Scorebook $5.99 Baseball Rampage 16 Position Baseball Scorebook. 16 Player Baseball / Softball Scorebook Good for Baseball and Softball Leagues with 16 Convinient Batting Positions 30 Games Spiral Bound 9 1/4 x 11 Size Simplified Scoring Custom Print Available |
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Signed Cal Ripken Jr. Baseball – August 1995 Trading Cards Magazine $95.03 Signed Cal Ripken Jr. Baseball – August 1995 Trading Cards Magazine Cal Ripken Jr. Autographed / Signed August 1995 Trading Cards Baseball Magazine |
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Frank Tanana Autographed 2004 Fleer / Skybox GBA-FT Baseball Cards $14.62 Frank Tanana Autographed 2004 Fleer / Skybox GBA-FT Baseball Cards Frank Tanana Autographed / Signed 2004 Fleer / Skybox GBA-FT Baseball Cards |