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This blog will discuss the 1980s and the baseball card collecting hobby, with a focus on the Chicago Cubs. Contrary to vintage baseball cards, the majority of modern cards are affordable. The various sets will be considerably simpler to obtain. So, with thousands of cards in between, we'll start with 80 Topps and end with 89 Upper Deck. The apex of this period was represented by the Sandberg Rookie of the Year in 1983.


Wednesday, March 27, 2024

1984 Topps Head-In-Box Proofs Cubs

Number of Cards

1984 Topps Head-In-Box Proofs has 66 cards, which there ia 1 Cubs player included.

Card Dimensions

The standard-sized cards are the following dimensions: 2-1/2" by 3-1/2"

Basic Features

A number of card test sheets were produced at the factory and subsequently divided into individual cards.

The front of the cards showcases an action-packed photo of the player, accompanied by a small portrait. The team name is prominently displayed in large letters along the left-hand border. Below the action photo, you will find the players' names and positions. The key distinction between this card and the main set is that the player's head is entirely positioned within the lower left-hand box, and the backs of the cards are left blank.

To prevent purchasing a false piece of history, always get a professionally graded card from a recognized provider. In the future, graded cards will be significantly more valuable.

Chicago Cubs 1984 Topps Head-In-Box Proofs Checklist


Number Player
- Lee Smith