Mr. Mint’s Impact on the Hobby
A phone call in 1986 would forever alter the landscape of high-end trading cards. Alan Rosen, more commonly known as “Mr. Mint,” was on the receiving end of this now-auspicious …
A phone call in 1986 would forever alter the landscape of high-end trading cards. Alan Rosen, more commonly known as “Mr. Mint,” was on the receiving end of this now-auspicious …
I met Pete Rose once at a trading card convention. I was 10. There he sat – a plump, brutish, grumpy, sleep-deprived old man, reduced to nothing but his signature …
Topps, a renowned collectible company, has announced that they will be honoring former NFL player Tom Brady in one of their upcoming baseball card series this year. The announcement was …
As the winter months draw to a close, baseball fans around the world eagerly anticipate the start of Spring Training. This annual tradition marks the beginning of a new season, …
As the crack of the bat echoes through the stadium and the smell of freshly cut grass wafts through the air, the 2023 baseball season is upon us. With a …
The Topps Company is a leading producer of sports and entertainment collectibles, including trading cards and stickers. One of its key acquisitions was the purchase of Bowman, a rival card manufacturer, in 1956. This acquisition marked a turning point in the history of the collectibles industry and solidified Topps’ position as a leader in the market.