Al Rosen - Mr Mint - Passes

[btcarfagno]

Originally Posted by Cooptown

http://www.sportscollectorsdigest.co...n-passes-away/

I was told never to speak ill of the dead. So...

Tom C

[bobbyw8469]

This is sad news....whatever ill malice people have towards him nonwithstanding...

[arcadekrazy]

My only interaction (cold call asking if would sell one single 1952T high number) with him (when I was 12) was very pleasant (I've read everything else and saw him "at work" at a Philly show in 2000, so I know "what" he was). May his soul be at peace and may his family find solace in this most difficult time.

[bigtrain]

I had some dealings with Mr. Rosen many years ago. He was
an interesting character to say the least and he was involved in
some amazing finds.

[rhettyeakley]

I have spoken about my unfortunate experience with Alan in the past but with this news I only wish comfort for his loved ones. He was certainly a character.

[Gmrson]

RIP Alan. Thankfully I have nothing but positive memories from our times at many of the same shows in the 80's and early 90's.

[zimp]

Always had great dinners with Al.....Great guy outside of the hobby

[Econteachert205]

Always a thrill to watch him price items at the big Rhode Island show that ended last year.

[GrayGhost]

he did a lot of business w a friend and helped me make a sale. Put hobby in the mainstream. rip sir

[jbsports33]

He will be missed, even though sometimes it was tough to deal with Mr. Mint - it was always interesting - and have to say the last one at this past Boston Show was one of the better ones - God Bless

[Fred]

Well, there goes the Mr. Mint Kumbaya Tour.....

[rjackson44]

i used to go to his auctions in montvale at his office.always very nice to me ..he had an ego but like it was said a character rip mr mint

[oldjudge]

He was certainly a character, but by promoting himself he also promoted the hobby. I would say the two people most responsible for the high dollar value of cards today are Alan Rosen and Bill Mastro. My condolences to all of Alan's family and friends.