Question About Card Stock 1955 Topps/Johnny Podres

[jgannon]

Hey guys -

I have this 1955 Topps Johnny Podres, that I'm wondering if it's a reprint.

The card stock seems smoother than my other 55 Topps, especially the back of the card.

Did the back of the 55 Topps sometimes feel a little sheen compared to other cards from the set?

[swarmee]

Should be easy to check with a loupe on the red nameplate section. Card looks real. Did Topps make presentation sets in 1955? That could be the reason.

[jgannon]

Originally Posted by swarmee

Should be easy to check with a loupe on the red nameplate section. Card looks real. Did Topps make presentation sets in 1955? That could be the reason.

I'm thinking it's probably real. I can see the black dots which all my other 1955's have. I may just get another Podres and make a comparison. I should really invest in a loupe and I guess a blacklight.

[G1911]

Cards 1-110 have a brighter white stock that feels smoother to the touch, or a cream stock that is a little rougher. This never seems to be notated, but the first series clearly had 2 different stocks.

[ALR-bishop]

http://https://forums.collectors.com...vs-white-backs

[jgannon]

Originally Posted by ALR-bishop

http://https://forums.collectors.com...vs-white-backs

I would really like to access the link you provided, but unfortunately when I click on it, it says the site can't be reached. Is there any way you can resend it?

Thanks.

[jgannon]

Originally Posted by G1911

Cards 1-110 have a brighter white stock that feels smoother to the touch, or a cream stock that is a little rougher. This never seems to be notated, but the first series clearly had 2 different stocks.

Ok, that's good to know. I don't have a lot of 1955 Topps, but I also have a Gene Conley, card #81, with a white back and it also has that smoother feel to it. The other cards that have the slightly darker backs feel a little grainier.

Thanks.