T205 set Complete

[Leon]

Originally Posted by zimp

I remember back in the 1970's I was down to one card to complete the set and I was at a show and Lew Lippsett had it on his table....I told him it was the last card I needed....How Much? He said I can't sell it to you......I said why not.....He said because I'm giving it to you so you are complete now....Thanks, Lew

I was reading some old threads and found this comment and it reminded me of a similar occasion. I was finishing up my M101-4/5 back run many years ago. I was down to needing the Everybody's back. There was one in auction and it got away from me under curious conditions in an auction. I told the auctioneer about it, who was sympathetic and a friend of Lew's. Lew found out about and sent me an Everybody's card. I asked how much and was ecstatic. He said, just pay me what you want to. Lew can be a bit cranky but he has kind heart for collectors. He has helped me a lot with my collecting......

[Sean1125]

Originally Posted by Leon

I was reading some old threads and found this comment and it reminded me of a similar occasion. I was finishing up my M101-4/5 back run many years ago. I was down to needing the Everybody's back. There was one in auction and it got away from me under curious conditions in an auction. I told the auctioneer about it, who was sympathetic and a friend of Lew's. Lew found out about and sent me an Everybody's card. I asked how much and was ecstatic. He said, just pay me what you want to. Lew can be a bit cranky but he has kind heart for collectors. He has helped me a lot with my collecting......

I've heard great stories about Lew. I am located probably within 25 or 30 miles of him. I've never actually interacted with him or met him before. I wish I could.

[oldphil]

Great accomplishment Dennis. The prettiest cards ever made!

[milkit1]

awesome accomplishment! Im just finishing up my t205 cubs sovereign back teamset. I cant imagine doing a whole set

[iowadoc77]

Very cool Dennis! I am over 80% done and it is flat out a cool set. I am not going after the very high dollar back variations. Just not that interested in paying thousands for a letter difference hidden on the back of a card! Well done