Rosen 1952 Topps Find

[jayshum]

Originally Posted by Cliff Bowman

At that time the Bartirome would have been considered just a common 52 high number for $65, it wasn’t until 5 years ago or so that the con man Cole Bartiromo manipulated the market and made the price of the 52 Topps Bartirome go up.

Can someone provide more detail about this? I am curious as to why this card is priced so high compared to other high numbers. What was done to manipulate the market? I completed my 1952 Topps set over 10 years ago, and at that time, I don't remember there being any problem finding this card in VG condition at a reasonable price.

[irv]

Originally Posted by jayshum

Can someone provide more detail about this? I am curious as to why this card is priced so high compared to other high numbers. What was done to manipulate the market? I completed my 1952 Topps set over 10 years ago, and at that time, I don't remember there being any problem finding this card in VG condition at a reasonable price.

Dolarscholar was/is hoarding them based on, allegedly, being of relation?

http://www.net54baseball.com/showthread.php?t=211710

[jayshum]

Originally Posted by irv

Dolarscholar was/is hoarding them based on, allegedly, being of relation?

http://www.net54baseball.com/showthread.php?t=211710

Thanks for the link to the old thread. Wow, it was quite the read.

[irv]

Originally Posted by jayshum

Thanks for the link to the old thread. Wow, it was quite the read.

You're welcome.

[samosa4u]

I agree with Ted. Mr. Mint definitely played a huge role in turning the hobby into what it is today.