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Autograph
A card that is autographed by a player, celebrity, or other subject. Autos are a type of chase card – they are more limited, and…
KEEP READINGChase Card
Any given set of cards will include a limited number of chase cards, which are highly coveted by collectors. Some examples of chase cards include: autographed…
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A widely-used shorthand for the practice of card collecting and the community of card collectors.
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A commonly-used Hobby term, wax refers to an unopened box or case of cards. To “rip wax” or “break wax” is to open a sealed box or case – often…
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Rookie cards refer to players’ first cards once they make their Major League debut. In most cases, rookie cards are stamped with some kind of…
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Hobby boxes are high-end boxes that typically feature a greater number of chase cards, which makes them more expensive/valuable. Unlike retail boxes, which are widely distributed in…
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A list of every card in a given product (e.g. 2021 Topps Chrome Baseball) – every base card, every parallel, every autographed card, etc.
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Unlike traditional paper cards, Chrome cards use chromium paper, which gives them a shiny, metallic look. Chrome cards are also more firm and durable than…
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Numbered cards are short-printed (e.g. limited edition), and the print run is specified on either the front or back of the card. For example, a…
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A premium trading card material made from transparent or semi-transparent plastic, known for its sleek and durable design. Acetate cards often feature striking visual effects,…
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Factory Set refers to a specific way to sell baseball cards. Instead of random packs being placed in a retail box or hobby box, a full set is packaged and…
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A player’s 1st Bowman card is their first professional baseball card, released before their official RC.
KEEP READINGTiffany Sets
Topps issued high-end sets of cards from 1984 to 1991 – including the 1989 and 1990 Bowman Baseball sets. Tiffany sets were sold exclusively as…
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