Friday, August 28, 2026

1971 Topps Coins Insert

Number of Cards

1971 Topps Coins has 153 coins with 7 Cub players.

Size of Cards

The size of the coins measure 1 1/2" in Diameter

Basic Features

This collection represents Topps' second set of coins, the first being released in 1964. This vibrant full-color coin set, which was included in packs, features a player's photograph encircled by a colored band that displays the player's name, team, position, and several stars. The reverse side of the coins includes the coin number, brief biographical information, and the phrase "Collect the entire set of 153 coins." It appears that the set was produced in three batches of 51 coins each, as coins numbered 1-51 have brass backs, coins 52-102 are equipped with chrome backs, and coins 103-153 feature blue backs.

Chicago Cubs 1971 Topps Coins Checklist


Number Player
7 Fergie Jenkins
27 Jim Hickman
51 Randy Hundley
75 Billy Williams
95 Ron Santo
119 Don Kessinger
143 Glenn Beckert




















Tuesday, August 25, 2026

1969 IHOP Cubs Placemats (O-unc)

Who would ever collect these weird, mostly unknown cubs memorabilia? Well, I do, and if you do, then you're a hard-core Cubs collector.

Number of Cards

1969 IHOP has 17 placemats, which there are 1 Cubs team.

Size of Cards

The placemats are the following dimensions: 10" x 15"

Basic Features

The International House of Pancakes (IHOP) offered a placemat showcasing headshots of fifteen members from the legendary 1969 Chicago Cubs. These placemats were designed for single use and were intended to be thrown away afterward. IHOP invited its customers to "Take This Place Mat To A Game And Have The Players Autograph It."

This was certainly a unique collection. The ACC Designations O signifies oddball, and I truly enjoy hunting these down.

Monday, August 24, 2026

1976 Kellogg's 3D Super Stars (F287-8)

Number of Cards

1976 Kellogg's has 57 cards, which there are 1 Cubs player.

Size of Cards

The cards are the following dimensions: 2-1/8" by 3-1/4""

Basic Features

The 1976 Kellogg's 3-D set was available either card by card in cereal boxes or as a complete set through the company in exchange for box-tops. Cards that are still encased in their original wrappers are valued at 25 percent more than the prices indicated below. What, then, contributes to the uniqueness of these 3D baseball cards? The process begins with a cutout of a player, which is then complemented by a blurred background, followed by the application of a transparent plastic layer featuring ridges over the image. These cards were produced by the Xograph Company located in Irving, Texas, using technology developed by Visual Panographics from New York.

Unfortunately for the Cubs, the final years of this era featured only one player from this historic team. However, on a positive note, the reverse contains a substantial amount of information regarding their careers.

Chicago Cubs 1976 Kellogg's 3D Checklist


Number Player
20 Bill Madlock



1976 Kellogg's Frosted Flakes Box:

Sunday, August 23, 2026

1976 Fleer Official Major League Patches

Number of Cards

1976 Fleer MLB Patches has 50 patches, which there are 2 Cubs team logos.

Size of Cards

The size measure 2 1/2" x 3 1/4"”

Basic Features

Distributed by Fleer, these patches come with a square decal featuring the team logo, alongside a rectangular decal that includes the team's name as it appears on their uniform, applicable to each of the 24 MLB teams. These decals are somewhat challenging to find. Moreover, an insert titled 1976 Fleer Official Major League Patches - Famous Feats is included in every package.

Number of Cards

1976 Fleer - Famous Feats has 42 cards, which there are 2 Cubs.

Size of Cards

The size measure 2 1/2" x 4"

Basic Features

Created by sports artist R.G. Laughlin, these cards were inserted into Fleer MLB Real Cloth Baseball Patches packs as stabilizers and are not listed on the packaging. Additionally, Laughlin sold them directly to consumers for $3.75 per set.

Chicago Cubs 1976 Fleer Official Major League Patches + Famous Feats Checklist


Number Player
- square logo patch
- rectangular monogram patch
Famous Feats
17 Player Transaction Spalding
40 400 Hitter Roscoe






Saturday, August 22, 2026

1969-70 Bazooka All-Time Greats (R414-56-2) + Baseball Extra (R414-56-1)

Number of Cards

Bazooka Baseball Extra has 12 boxes with 5 Cub players.

Size of box

The boxes measure 3" x 6 1/4"

Basic Features

The Bazooka Baseball All-Time Greats collection features 12 boxes, each showcasing a prominent action shot or portrait from a notable moment in baseball history, along with four smaller cards positioned on the side of the boxes. This year's set is among the best Bazooka collections to gather, highlighting numerous Cubs players and a few significant news events. some players are on two boxes

Chicago Cubs 1969-70 Bazooka All-Time Greats - Baseball Extra Checklist


Box Player
1 Mordecai Brown / Ty Cobb / Willie Keeler / Eddie Plank
4 Hugh Duffy / Lou Gehrig / Tris Speaker / Joe Tinker
5 Frank Chance / Mickey Cochrane / John McGraw / Babe Ruth
6 Johnny Evers / Walter Johnson / John McGraw / Cy Young
7 Ty Cobb / Eddie Collins / Johnny Evers / Lou Gehrig
9 Cap Anson / Jack Chesbro / Al Simmons / Tris Speaker
11 Frank Chance / Nap Lajoie / Mel Ott / Joe Tinker
1969-70 Bazooka Baseball Extra
1 No hit duel
12 Double shutout

Mordecai Brown box 1 + no hit duel on back of box:



Joe Tinker box 11 + box 4:



Frank Chance box 5 + box 11:



Johnny Evers box 6 + box 7:



Cap Anson box 9:



Double shutout box 12:

Friday, August 21, 2026

1960 Topps Tattoo (R414-19)

Number of Cards

The Topps Tattoo includes 96 Tattoo in total, featuring 3 Cubs players and 1 team logo.

Size of Cards

Tattoo measures 1 9/16" x 3 1/2"

Basic Features

The Topps Tattoo Bubble Gum set is a classic collectible that stands out for its unique design and nostalgic appeal. Featured on the back of the gum wrapper, this set includes a total of 96 cards highlighting different aspects of baseball. Among these, 55 cards showcase popular ballplayers from the era, capturing their likenesses in the signature "tattoo" style that gives the set its name.

In addition to the individual player cards, the set contains 16 team logos, representing the various baseball teams and adding a colorful variety to the collection. There are also 15 generic action shots, which depict players in dynamic poses typical of the sport, offering a sense of movement and excitement.

One of the special features of the Topps Tattoo set is the inclusion of 10 facsimile autographs, printed replicas of player signatures that add an authentic touch without the need for actual autographs. All cards maintain a consistent baseball-themed background, tying the collection together and making it a must-have for baseball enthusiasts and collectors of vintage sports memorabilia alike.

Chicago Cubs 1960 Topps Tattoo Checklist


Player
Ernie Banks
Glen Hobbie
Walt Moryn
Chicago Cubs


Printed in Canada its OPC:



Thursday, August 20, 2026

1933 George C. Miller (R300)

Number of Cards

The George C. Miller set includes 32 cards in total, featuring 2 payers from each teams included 2 Cubs.

Size of Cards

The size of the cards are 2 3/8" x 2 7/8"

Basic Features

A local issue that circulated in Boston featured portraits created from original artwork. These candy cards were specifically designed for children to trade a 32-card set for a baseball they preferred, a glove, or a ticket to any major league game. Each card showcases two distinct back variations. The lower part of the back included a premium offer, and many cards are often found with this section removed. Cards lacking the coupon are generally regarded as being in fair to good condition at most.

Chicago Cubs 1933 George C. Miller Checklist


Player
Charlie Grimm
Lon Warneke

Type 1 backs: