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Originally Posted by Newcardcollector
Saw an almost complete set of 1959 Home Run Derby cards up for auction on eBay. I haven't ever seen a set of these before and was wondering what the history is behind them and also if the price it's up at is reasonable normal price for a PSA graded set like this one is?
http://m.ebay.com/itm/1959-HOME-RUN-...190?nav=SEARCH |
My understanding is that they were given out at card dealers in 1960. Valuation is a tough one given that they seldom come up for sale. I had a near complete set--missing just the announcer. They were primarily in lower grade, with most grading out between a 1 and 4, mostly due to pin holes. I put a value on the 19 cards (missing the announcer) at about $2500 at that time. Prices vary, and this set appears to be in better all around shape than mine was.