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This blog will explore the baseball card collecting hobby of the 1980s, particularly highlighting the Chicago Cubs. Unlike vintage baseball cards, most modern cards are quite budget-friendly. The different sets will be much easier to find. Therefore, with thousands of cards in the mix, we will begin with the 80 Topps and conclude with the highly valuable 1985 Topps Mini Test. The pinnacle of this era was marked by the Sandberg Rookie of the Year in 1983.


Saturday, April 12, 2025

1983 Marketcom Conlon Cubs Checklist

Number of Cards

Three all-time great Cub players were among the 60 cards in the Sporting News Conlon collection.

Size of Cards

The over-size cards measures approximately 4" x 5"

Basic Features

Images from The Sporting News' archives documenting the inaugural All-Star Game were utilized for this collection, showcasing the work of photographer Charles Martin Conlon. Each card includes the players' names, a facsimile autograph, and a tribute to the 50th anniversary of the 1933 All-Star Game. The reverse side features statistics from 1933 along with a brief biography of each player, making this a desirable set for collectors.

Chicago Cubs 1983 Sporting News Conlon Checklist




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