Nick,
Topps produced these Plaks in 1968 as a test issue. At one point they were extremely difficult to acquire. I remember having the opportunity to purchase the Clemente as a single approx. 15 years ago for slightly under $1000.
A few years ago, a find in Pennsylvania (from a former Topps employee) of these Plaks was purchased by a dealer and they started hitting the market in small amounts. I figured that would be my chance to purchase one as it had long been a Clemente holy grail for me.
I still think they are rare even taking into account the find. I dont believe the dealer (Mile High) ever disclosed the numbers in that find but I could be wrong. If you do a search on e-bay, you should see some examples for sale.
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