Post War Set Collectors - Rank Em

[Harliduck]

Originally Posted by 7nohitter

I'm wondering what others find difficult about the '57 set. I am about 3/4's of the way through putting it together (admittedly in VG-EX) condition....I love the look of 'used' cards so I don't mind creases and soft corners.

I have had no problem finding cards in any condition...In fact I started with the biggies (there are many in this set): Aaron, Banks, Mays, F. Robinson, Kaline, Williams, etc...

I know the mid series is 'tough' but nothing that I've found to be impossible.

It's been a fun set to put together!

I ranked 57 so high because there are more HOF Rookies than any other set I believe. 6! Two of those are in the tough mid-series (Brooks/Bunning) and the sheer number of HOF stars is really high, especially when you compare it to the other sets. Throw out the 52s...and really think about it by year. 53s...low star power...54s...you got the big 3 rookies then a bunch of commons/coaches...55s...three big time HOF rc's but only 206 cards. 56s...lots of second year cards, all affordable, and still a low amount of cards. 58s & 59s lack the BIG rookies and the commons are cheap and available (even the 59 highs aren't that bad). So to me, when you compare with the other years, it just is quite tough in comparison. Just my opinion, and I only need 3 more to complete.