1887-90 Old Judge (N172)

Number of Cards

Old Judge Cabinets has 521 cards, which there are 30 Chicago White Stockings (Cubs) players with many varations also the Chicago Colts (Cubs) had 8 players in 1890.

Size of Cards

The cards measure about 1-1/2" by 2-1/2"

Basic Features

These cards feature photographs from the Hall Studio in New York, affixed to sturdy cardboard. The sepia-toned images exhibit a white or pink tint, with "Goodwin Co., New York" printed at the bottom, and each card has a blank reverse side. Remarkably, there are over 4,500 known variations and types of these cards. They were included in packs of Old Judge and Gypsy Queen cigarettes, with the latter brand's cards valued at twice that of their Old Judge equivalents. The Cubs are known by two distinct names: the White Stockings and the 1890 Colts. With 300 variations, creating a master set that is nearly impossible to compile.

1887-90 Old Judge Chicago Cubs Checklist

Player

Cap Anson

Fido Baldwin

Charles Bastian

Thomas E. Burns

Dad Clarke

John Clarkson

Tom Daly

Dell Darling

Hugh Duffy

Frank Dwyer

Charles Farrell

Silver Flint

Emil Geiss

Addison Gumbert

Willie Hahm

Charles Hoover

Bill Hutchison

King Kelly

Gus Krock

Jim McCormick

Fred Pfeffer

James Ryan

Pete Sommers

Charles Sprague

Marty Sullivan

Billy Sunday

Patsy Tebeau

John Tener

Rip Van Haltren

Ned Williamson

Chicago Colts (1890–1897)

Cap Anson

Fido Baldwin

Thomas E. Burns

Scrappy Carroll

Jimmy Cooney

Bill Hutchison

Thomas Nagle

Walt Wilmot

White Stockings:

Chicago Colts:

1968 Kahn's Wieners (F155-15-A-B)

Number of Cards

The Kahn's Wieners set from 1968 comprised a total of 50 cards, including 3 players from the Cubs and 1 variation.

Size of Cards

Cards was produced in two different sizes: 12 cards measure 2-13/16” by 1-7/8” (F155-15-A) , and 38 cards measure 2-13/16” by 2-11/16” (F155-15-B)

Basic Features

This collection was developed by Kahn's Meat Company located in Cincinnati, Ohio. They have produced many different sets over the years, but this particular one holds special significance for a Cubs fan. The unnumbered cards feature a vibrant, full-color image of the player on the front, along with a facsimile signature, while the reverse side is left blank. Ron Santo appears on two cards within this collection. This set is among the rare few that includes all Hall of Famers who played for the Cubs during that era.

Chicago Cubs 1968 Kahn's Wieners Checklist

Player

Ferguson Jenkins Wieners

Billy Williams Wieners

Ron Santo Wieners

Ron Santo All Beef

1888 Joseph Hall Cabinets (N-unc)

To ensure you don't purchase a counterfeit piece of history, always obtain a professionally graded card from a trusted seller. Graded cards are expected to appreciate significantly in value over time.

Number of Cards

1888 Joseph Hall set consists of 14 cards, including 1 from the White Stockings.

Size of Cards

The cards measure approximately 6 1/2" x 4 1/2"

Basic Features

This exceptionally rare collection of cabinet photographs (mounted on cards approximately 4 1/4 by 6 1/2 inches in size and popular from the 1870s to the early 20th century) was created by Joseph Hall, a well-known photographer of that era. Each card showcases a complete team photograph. These cards can be recognized by Hall's name printed beneath the image, while some also include his Brooklyn address, although the White Stockings card does not.

White Stockings 1888 Joseph Hall Cabinets Checklist

Player

Chicago White Stockings

1971 Topps Greatest Moments

Number of Cards

1971 Topps Greatest Moments has 55 cards which there are 3 Cubs players

Size of Cards

The size of the cards are 2-1/2" by 4-3/4" horizontally orientated

Basic Features

The Greatest Moments set is regarded as one of the most elusive collections from the 1970s, making it particularly difficult to locate in excellent condition. Each card showcases a black-and-white image of the player, accompanied by a color-circled inset. On the reverse side, there is a newspaper headline story along with a cropped photograph. It is thought that this set was a test issue, mainly circulated in the Brooklyn, NY region.

Joe Pepitone is wearing a Cubs uniform on the front and has NY paper on the back. We will consider this a Cubs card, although some believe it to be a Yankee card.

1971 Topps Greatest Moments Checklist

Number	Player
36	Ernie Banks
37	Billy Williams
53	Joe Pepitone

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1887 Four Base Hits (N-UNC)

Number of Cards

1887 Four Base Hits set consists of 18 cards, including 5 from the White Stockings.

Size of Cards

The cards measure approximately 2 1/4" x 3 7/8"

Basic Features

These cards feature sepia-toned photographs of players on the front. At the top, the team of each player is presented in stylish script. Their name and position are printed at the bottom, along with the promotion "Smoke Four Base Hits." which appears in the lower margin. The back side is left blank, and the cards lack any numbering.

White Stockings 1887 Four Base Hits Checklist

Player

John Clarkson

Tom Daly

James Ryan

Marty Sullivan

Van Haltren

1886 Lorillard Team Cards (N-unc)

Number of Cards

1886 Lorillard set consists of 4 cards, including 1 from the Cubs.

Size of Cards

The cards measure approximately 4" by 5"

Basic Features

These cards showcase composite "head" shots of players from four National League teams. The reverse side displays schedules for these teams, along with an advertisement for Lorillard Tobacco. The cards are visually appealing, featuring eleven players and a ballfield diagram on the vibrant front. Please note that there are reproductions of this set.

In 1886, the White Stockings had a record of 90-34-2, securing 1st place in the National League. Sadly, they were defeated in the World Series (4-2) by the St. Louis Browns. For the White Stockings, Cap Anson tried to start the game with Ned Baldwin as the pitcher, but the St. Louis fans expressed their discontent, and the Browns refused to continue until Baldwin was taken out. They ended up losing by a single run. I can't imagine that happening today, but anyway, the game was called after 7 innings due to darkness.

1886 Lorillard Team Cards Checklist

Player

Chicago White Stockings

Detroit Wolverines

New York Giants

Philadelphia Quakers

1888 Goodwin Champions (N162) (A36)

Number of Cards

The 1888 Goodwin Champions comprised a set of 8 baseball cards, including 1 player from the White Stockings.

Size of Cards

The size of the cards are 1-1/2” x 2-5/8”

Basic Features

The Goodwin set comprised 50 vividly colorful cards showcasing athletes and notable figures from various games and sports globally. Among collectors the eight baseball cards are particularly sought after due to their vibrant backgrounds and remarkable artwork. The front of these cards displayed colored lithographs, while the reverse side contained the complete checklist of the set. These cards were included in packages of Old Judge and Gypsy Queen cigarettes. The A36 baseball album is associated with the 1888 Goodwin Champions N162 multisport card set. Albums could be obtained by exchanging Old Gypsy and Gypsy Queen cigarette coupons.

Chicago White Stockings 1888 Goodwin Champions Checklist

Player

Cap Anson

1888 album (A36)