I recently got back into vintage card collecting. I figured i would start by completing my Mickey Mantle collection. I want one major issue card (topps or bowman) from every year he had a card. I was about 1/2 way there when i picked back up. I specialize in "collectors grade" or beat up cards!
I've managed to get a card for every year except 1953. I really like the Topps, so i am waiting for one i can afford. I think a 1951 may be out of reach, but i was able to get a 1952 Bowman in a range i could afford, so i was happy about that.
I also try to collect Hank Greenberg cards. He shipped off to WW2 out of Detroit with my Grandpa, so i feel like there is a connection to my past. Have 2 Goudeys and the National Chicle card so far.
Some pics of the collection before the recent updates:
