1926 ESCO (W461)

ESCO Exhibit Supply Company of Chicago

Number of Cards

1926 ESCO features a total of 128 cards, including 8 players from the Cubs.

Size of Cards

The size of the cards are 3 3/8" x 5 3/8"

Basic Features

There are 70 cards in the 1926 set that are identical to the 1925 issue and can only be differentiated by a slight blue tint to the cards. Of the 58 remaining cards, 21 cards use the same image as 1925, but do not have the white-bordered box around the player name. The other 37 cards are new to the issue. The final 37 do not contain a text box, and also feature the line "Ex. Sup. Co., U.S.A."

Chicago Cubs 1926 Exhibit Supply Company Checklist

Player

Sparky Adams

Sheriff Blake

Jimmy Cooney

Howard Freigau

Charlie Grimm

Gabby Hartnett

Cliff Heathcote

Joe Munson

1977 MSA Customized Sports Discs

There were many MSA discs produced in the late 70s. Cubs disks are affordable, simple, and enjoyable to collect. Happy hunting!

Number of Cards

70 disks in the 1977 MSA Customized Sports Blank back Discs included 2 Cubs players

Size of Cards

The discs measured 3- 3/8 inches in diameter

Basic Features

Produced by Michael Schechter Associates, these un-numbered discs measure 3-3/8 inches in diameter. Unlike other variations that feature advertisements from a variety of sponsors, this particular version does not include any advertisement. These discs were distributed through multiple advertisers, making the ad-free variation unique among the collection.

Chicago Cubs 1977 MSA Customized Sports Blank Back Discs Checklist

Player

Jose Cardenal

Bobby Murcer

1965 Old London Coins (PX20)

Number of Cards

In 1965, Old London Coin features 40 coins, including 2 Cub players.

Size of Cards

The Coins measure approximately 1 1/2"

Basic Features

Each of these metal coins features a vibrant, full-color image of the player, with his name prominently displayed in all capital letters on a ribbon at the bottom. The silver reverse side showcases the Old London logo, along with the player's name, league, and position, positioned above a brief highlight from the previous season. This unnumbered collection was created by Space Magic Ltd. and was distributed in packages of Old London delicious snacks.

Chicago Cubs 1965 Old London Coins Checklist

Player

Ernie Banks

Billy Williams

1979 Wiffle Ball Discs - CUBS

Number of Cards

70 disks in the 1979 Wiffle Ball collection included 5 Cubs players

Size of Cards

The discs measured 2 3/8 inches in diameter

Basic Features

These discs were located on the side of Wiffle Ball boxes, with three cards displayed outward and two cards facing inward. Although the copyright date on the discs is 1976, they resemble all other MSA discs. However, the Wiffle discs are smaller, with a diameter of 2 3/8", which is one inch less than the others. There are four distinct styles available. Ball boxes in Junior, Regulation, and Softball sizes each contained five cards. A fourth variant was a cardboard sleeve that packaged a bat and ball together, which included only two cards printed on the sleeve.

Chicago Cubs 1979 Wiffle Ball Discs Checklist

Player

Bill Buckner

Ray Burris

Jose Cardenal

Dave Kingman

Manny Trillo

Box:

1936 Wheaties BB3 Gabby Hartnett

Number of Cards

The 1936 Wheaties collection consists of 12 boxes, featuring 1 player from the Cubs.

Size of Cards

The cards measure 6" by 6 1/4" with the frame and about 5" by 5 1/2" if the frame is trimmed off.

Basic Features

This set is referred to as "Fancy Frame with Printed Name and Data." This set is distinguished in that this set also shows the player's name and some fact about him. The player's facsimile autograph is displayed at the bottom of the card. the card below has frame cut off.

Chicago Cubs 1936 Wheaties (F272-2-3) Checklist

Number	Player
-	Gabby Hartnett

1976 Orbakers Discs (H-unc)

There were many MSA discs produced in the late 70s. Cubs disks are affordable, simple, and enjoyable to collect. Happy hunting!

Number of Cards

70 disks in the 1976 Orbakers Discs included 5 Cubs players

Size of Cards

The discs measured 3- 3/8 inches in diameter

Basic Features

At Orbaker’s Drive-In Restaurant in Williamson, New York, customers have been delighted by a unique promotional giveaway: branded discs distributed with every meal. These discs, designed in vibrant colors and featuring the iconic Orbaker’s logo, serve not only as collectible items but also as tokens of appreciation for loyal patrons

Chicago Cubs 1976 Orbakers Discs Checklist

Player

Jose Cardenal

Bill Madlock

Rick Monday

Jerry Morales

Andy Thornton

1953 Dixie Lids F7-2C Ralph Kiner

Number of Cards

In 1953, the Dixie Lid collection includes 24 lids and three varations, among which there are 3 players from the Cubs.

Size of Cards

The lids come in the the following 2 dimensions: 2-1/4" & 2-11/16" dia.

Basic Features

These lids were attached to ice cream cups and became a hit with collectors. The player images featured on the lids were printed in black and white, with the player's name and team displayed at the bottom. Furthermore, the lids included advertisements for various regional dairies. Around the top was a promotion for what we know today at Dixie Lids Premiums. “Save Any 12 Dixie Picture Lids for a Large Picture of Me”. Ralph Kiner was included in the lineup, featuring as a Pirate in the initial series and as a Cub in the subsequent one after his trade from Pittsburgh; however, there was no Cubs Premium.

Chicago Cubs 1953 Dixie Lids Master Checklist

Player

Warren Hacker

Ralph Kiner

Hank Sauer

Warren Hacker Premium

Hank Sauer Premium

Premium: