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Originally Posted by toppcat
Topps did this starting in 1958. They included the next series checklist in the previous series (starting in 1961 but on the team card backs for the 3 years prior) and then there were either 11 or 22 cards from the "next" series on the sheet. A little enticement to get the kids anticipating the next series. The practice of lagging did not end until 1966.
I cover some of this on my blog (short version): https://toppsarchives.blogspot.com/s...l%20Checklists
Long version: https://toppsarchives.blogspot.com/s...t%20Relativity
I believe in 1958 Topps sold six series using only five press runs using this method. I also think they only put together the last series after signing Musial. |
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