The official Mickey Mantle Pickup Thread. All Mick, all the time!

[thatkidfromjerrymaguire]

I joined Net54 about two and a half years ago after I began building my mid-grade 1952 Bowman set. I found this thread at that time and was looking forward to the day when I had something to contribute to it.

Last week I finally pulled the trigger and picked up that Mantle.

Not only does this fill a gigantic hole in my set, but this is my FIRST Mantle card in my collection. Happy to finally have it.

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[Bestdj777]

Great card. Congratulations on the pickup!

[cardsagain74]

All of his '50s Topps cards together from my collection:

[Bestdj777]

Originally Posted by cardsagain74

All of his '50s Topps cards together from my collection:

I had to look at that picture several times to figure out what was going on. I thought you had a jumbo 52 Topps for a second. Nice run. You should consider a 1954 SI Topps to fill in the gaps a little!

[cardsagain74]

Originally Posted by Bestdj777

I had to look at that picture several times to figure out what was going on. I thought you had a jumbo 52 Topps for a second. Nice run. You should consider a 1954 SI Topps to fill in the gaps a little!

I thought about that (especially since I have the '55 Bowman), but probably won't bother filling out the '50s unless I get his '51 Bowman, which I've just lost interest in pursuing lately.

Had to use my old pic of the '52T since it's now in a safe deposit box, so that made it a jumbo compared to the rest. Maybe I should market it as a new variation that's 1 of 1

[Bestdj777]

Originally Posted by cardsagain74

I thought about that (especially since I have the '55 Bowman), but probably won't bother filling out the '50s unless I get his '51 Bowman, which I've just lost interest in pursuing lately.

Had to use my old pic of the '52T since it's now in a safe deposit box, so that made it a jumbo compared to the rest. Maybe I should market it as a new variation that's 1 of 1

Haha, you should. If you want to trade for a regular size one I might be willing to trade in your favor and give you my PSA 1 straight up for that one . 51 Bowman is boring so I don’t blame you.

[Seven]

Story Time:

Ever since I discovered the set, I immediately fell in love with Mickey Mantle's card from Berk Ross. It presented as a beautiful card, at a pretty good price point for a Mantle from 1952. I've been on the hunt for one for quite some time. I missed out on one earlier in the year due to lack of funds at the time, so I made sure to secure one this time around. The iciing on the cake is that it's in good condition and it's raw. While a part of me is tempted to slab it to see the grade, something about a raw card is just so damn appealing! Serious thanks to Charlietheexterminator for answering all of my questions, I think we exchanged close to 30 emails! I'm very happy with this new purchase, and a new centerpiece to my collection

[IgnatiusJReilly]

Originally Posted by thatkidfromjerrymaguire

I joined Net54 about two and a half years ago after I began building my mid-grade 1952 Bowman set. I found this thread at that time and was looking forward to the day when I had something to contribute to it.

Last week I finally pulled the trigger and picked up that Mantle.

Not only does this fill a gigantic hole in my set, but this is my FIRST Mantle card in my collection. Happy to finally have it.

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That’s a sharp card!


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[bswhiten]

Picked up a cool premium team photo of a young Mick. 1951 M114.

[Bestdj777]

Originally Posted by bswhiten

Picked up a cool premium team photo of a young Mick. 1951 M114.

Nice pickup. I was tempted to put a bid in. I think you got a great deal on this one.

[CW]

Originally Posted by thatkidfromjerrymaguire

I joined Net54 about two and a half years ago after I began building my mid-grade 1952 Bowman set. I found this thread at that time and was looking forward to the day when I had something to contribute to it.

Last week I finally pulled the trigger and picked up that Mantle.

Not only does this fill a gigantic hole in my set, but this is my FIRST Mantle card in my collection. Happy to finally have it.

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Very nice. Congrats!!