All-New Topps Rookies Baseball - 1952 Edition
Sunday, November 12th, 2006
Source: Topps
Many would agree that the iconic 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle is the cornerstone of the collectibles industry. Featuring a clean design, a baby-faced Mick, vibrant colors and the signature of a future Hall of Famer, the 1952 Topps # 311 is a classic. 54 years later, 310 fresh faces make their Major League debut and all of them have dreams of superstardom–just like The Mick did. And what better way to commemorate a rookie year than to get your photo on the 1952 design - just like The Mick.It’s a new generation fused with the hobby’s most beloved design…introducing Topps Rookies Baseball – 1952 Edition.
Here’s what to look for:
BASE CARDS (311)
Features all 310 rookies from this season on the 1952 design. All cards include the RC logo. And of course, card # 311 is The Mick.
PARALLELS (90)
There is Chrome (#’d to 1952), Refractors (#’d to 552) and Gold Refractors (#’d to 52).
’52 SIGNATURES AUTOGRAPHS (55+)
3 PER BOX! Over 55 Rookies and Vets ink their name on these “Player Touched” autographed cards. Look for Albert Pujols, David Wright, A-Rod, Justin Verlander (image attached), Big Papi, Jered Weaver, Joel Zumaya, Manny Ramirez, Ryan Zimmerman and more. Also includes a SPECIAL RED INK EDITION parallel #’d to 52.
TICKET TO STRADOM RELICS (17)
Featuring actual ticket tubs from a rookie’s Major League debut. Includes Stephen Drew, Howie Kendrick and Mike Pelfrey. Each is limited to 10.
INSERTS
Debut Flashbacks(20) – Clemens, Piazza, Ichiro, Maddux and Garciaparra featured as a rookie on the 1952 design.
Dynamic Duos (15) – Featuring the best of the Rookie Teammates.
2006 Topps Rookies – 1952 Edition ships the last week of the year. Each 20-pack box GUARANTEES 3 AUTOGRAPHS.
