1953-63 Artvue Hall of Fame Plaque Postcards (PC754-3)

Number of Cards

The Type I Artvue Hall of Fame Plaque Postcards collection consists of 76 cards, including 7 featuring the Cubs. In contrast, the Type II Artvue Hall of Fame Plaque Postcards collection contains 93 cards, also with 7 Cubs represented. Notably, there are differences in the checklists, as detailed below.

Size of Cards

Standard size, which measure 3 1/2" x 5 1/2"

Basic Features

Over the course of twenty years, two companies were responsible for manufacturing the Hall of Fame cards: Albertype from 1944 to 1952 and Artvue from 1953 to 1963. During the period from 1953 to 1963, Artvue distinguished its products from the earlier Albertype cards through the use of unique fonts and different backs. There were two primary types of Artvue postcards produced during this timeframe. Type I, which was printed between 1953 and 1955, featured plaques with corner holes. Conversely, Type II, created from 1956 to 1963, showcased bolts in the corner holes of the plaques. The backs of these postcards were designed simply, without a stamp box, and included a divider that read: "Artvue Post Card Co., 225 Fifth Avenue., New York, N.Y." These features render Artvue postcards easily recognizable and illustrate the company’s design evolution throughout its decade of postcard production.

Chicago Cubs 1953-63 Artvue Hall of Fame Plaque Postcards Checklist

Player	Team
1953-55 Artvue Hall of Fame Plaque Postcards Type I
Mordecai Brown	Chicago Cubs
Frank Chance	Chicago Cubs
Johnny Evers	Chicago Cubs
Gabby Hartnett	Chicago Cubs
Joe Tinker	Chicago Cubs
Cap Anson	Chicago White Stockings
King Kelly	Chicago White Stockings
1956-63 Artvue Hall of Fame Plaque Postcards Type II
Mordecai Brown	Chicago Cubs
Frank Chance	Chicago Cubs
Johnny Evers	Chicago Cubs
Gabby Hartnett	Chicago Cubs
Joe Tinker	Chicago Cubs
King Kelly	Chicago White Stockings
Al Spalding	Chicago White Stockings

Type II Variation

1968 Crane Potato Chips (PF-unc)

Number of Pins

The 1968 Crane Chips feature 20 pins, representing each Major League Baseball team, including the Chicago Cubs.

Size of Pins

The size of the pins are 7/8 inch diameter

Basic Features

This collection includes a Crane Chips pins saver sheet, which provides an efficient way to organize your collection. The back of each pin is stamped with the logo of Crane's Potato Chips in red. These pins display vibrant designs that emphasize team names and logos. Additionally, these pins are quite reasonably priced.

In the final three years of the 1960s, you can identify each year by the distinct color of the backs: Blue for 1967, Red for 1968, and Orange for 1969.

Chicago Cubs 1968 Crane Potato Chips Pins Checklist

Player

Chicago Cubs

1962 Salada Coins (PX2)

Number of Cards

In 1962, Salada Coins features 221 coins, including 15 Cub players.

Size of Cards

The Coins measure approximately 1 3/8"



This set features various backs with numerous color variations, making it challenging to complete the master set.

Basic Features

This assortment of plastic baseball coins was provided in packages of Salada Tea and Junket Pudding. This appealing collection was released with one coin included in each package. The "coin" is made of colored plastic (offered in light or dark blue, black, orange, red, or white) and showcases a color portrait printed on paper that is placed within the front surface.

Chicago Cubs 1962 Salada Coins Checklist

Number	Player
101	Don Elston
116	Ed Bouchee
123	Don Zimmer VAR Team
128	George Altman
136	Ron Santo
145	Glen Hobbie
155	Andre Rodgers ERR
155	Andre Rodgers COR
164	Sam Taylor
171	Richie Ashburn
177	Ernie Banks SS
177	Ernie Banks OF
199	Jim McKnight
207	Billy Williams
218	Bob Will

1974 Baseball's Wildest Days and Plays (R418-unc)

Number of Cards

R.G. Laughlin Wildest Days and Plays has 42 differant cards with 3 Cubs players

Size of Cards

The cards measured 2-1/2” x 4” Making them tall and had to store

This collection consists of 42 cards named "Baseball's Wildest Days and Plays," showcasing the artwork of sports artist R.G. Laughlin. Each card is filled with intriguing facts and trivia. These cards were included in packs of Fleer MLB Real Cloth Baseball Patches as stabilizers, although they are not mentioned on the packaging. Additionally, Laughlin made them available to the public for $3.25 per set. The backs of the cards are printed in dark red on white cardstock. It is important to note that this set does not carry the endorsement of Major League Baseball. This collection is frequently noted as being released in 1973, as indicated by the copyright date printed on the backs. However, the packs were not available in the Fleer MLB Real Cloth Baseball Patches until the 1974 set.

Chicago Cubs 1974 Baseball's Wildest Days and Plays Checklist

Number	Player
1	49 Runs Scored in a Game
2	Five HBP's in One Day
13	Wrong-Way Baserunner

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1927 York Caramel (E210)

Number of Cards

1927 York Caramel Type 1 features 64 cards, including 4 Cub players. Type 2 features 60 cards, including 3 Cub players.

Size of Cards

The cards measure 1 3/8" x 2 1/2"

Basic Features

The Type 1 set created by a caramel candy manufacturer in Pennsylvania features a black-and-white photograph of a player, bordered by a white frame, with the player's name and card number presented at the bottom. On the reverse side, the player's name and team are listed alongside the company's name. In contrast, the Type 2 examples differ from the Type 1 versions due to their glossy surface. The reverse side also includes the player's name, team, and the name of the company.

The cards featured an identical layout to that of the F50 Tharp’s and Sweetman cards. The primary distinction lies on the reverse side. Additionally, these issues are interconnected through a checklist, as numerous players and card numbers are consistent across the various sets.

Chicago Cubs 1927 York Caramel Checklist

Number	Player
5	Gabby Hartnett
25	Hack Wilson
34	Mike Gonzalez
35	Clifton Heathcote
1928 Type 2 York Caramel
5	Gabby Hartnett
25	Hack Wilson
34	Mike Gonzalez

Variation Type 1:

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1962 Crane Potato Chips (PF-unc)

Number of Pins

The 1968 Crane Chips feature 20 pins, representing each Major League Baseball team, including the Chicago Cubs.

Size of Pins

The size of the pins are 7/8 inch diameter

Basic Features

The front of these pins is vibrant and beautifully crafted, making them a fantastic collection. Each pin's back features the inscription 'Crane Potato Chips Baseball Contest Dept, Decatur, Illinois.' There is no date indicated on the back. These pins were included in Crane Potato Chip bags and could be exchanged for a baseball.

Chicago Cubs 1962 Crane Potato Chips Pins Checklist

Player

Chicago Cubs