1967 was a fascinating year for both the Cubs and Topps. The Cubs were assembling a strong team that would endure into the early 70s. Meanwhile, Topps released several test issues this year that were not distributed to the public, making them rare collectibles that are now worth a significant amount of money.
Number of Cards
Topps Test Discs has 24 disks which there is 1 Cub player.
Size of Cards
The size of the disks are 2-1/4" in diameter
Basic Features
This is an exceptionally rare collection that was intended to be made into a pin-back button, which unfortunately never occurred. The items are printed on silver foil with a blank back, measuring around 2-3/8" square. Each piece features a 2-1/4" diameter center showcasing a colorful portrait of the player, with their name and position printed in black across the chest, while the team name is displayed to the left and right of the player's image. Initially, it was a complete set of 24, but over the years, they have been divided into individual pieces. Crafted in Japan, this could be the rarest Santo item. If you have one, make sure to keep it safe.
Chicago Cubs 1967 Topps Test Discs Checklist
Furthermore, a 1968 Topps Baseball Discs experimental set was produced, and I'll showcase it next to the other collection so you can easily tell them apart.
Ron Santo 1967-"C" in Cubs is touching his hat; 1968-"C" is to the right of the hat.
1967 Topps Giant Stand-Ups (R414-45-E)
Number of Cards
Topps Stand-Up includes a total of 24 cards, featuring 1 player from the Cubs.
Size of Cards
The size of the cards are 3 1/8" x 5 1/4"
Basic Features
The 1967 Topps Stand Ups are quite rare. It is thought that these cards were never made available to the public, as only a limited quantity of each player is known to be in existence. The 1967 Topps Stand-Ups were produced on thick card stock, showcasing a solid black background, and they display a portrait of the player, which is numbered in the lower left corner. Additionally, the player's head can be punched out for display purposes.
Chicago Cubs 1967 Topps Test Stand-Up Checklist
| Number |
Player |
| 22 |
Ron Santo |
1967 Topps Test Punch-Outs (R414-45-unc)
Number of Cards
Topps Punch-Outs has 84 cards which there is 2 Cub players with many varations.
Size of Cards
The size of the Punch-Outs are 2 1/2" x 4 2/3"
Basic Features
The 1967 Topps Punch-Outs Set is considered one of the rarer Topps collections, primarily due to its limited initial distribution in the Maryland region. These cards were designed to be utilized in a game by punching out the small squares, with each card showcasing a Team Captain along with 9 players. They were packaged in cello packs that contained two three-card panels (totaling six cards per pack), with the cards perforated for easy separation. The uncut panel measures approximately 2-1/2 x 14-1/8 inches. The back of the cards provides instructions on how to play a baseball game by punching out the small squares. The black Punch-Outs represent the National League, while the red ones signify the American League. There are two or more cards for each captain, along with numerous combinations of the 9 players, making this set potentially vast with all the different combinations.
Captain pitcher on top:
Chicago Cubs 1967 Topps Punch-Outs Checklist
| Player |
| Cubs Captain |
| Ron Santo var Pete Rose |
| Ron Santo var Henry Aaron |
| Billy Williams var Pete Rose |
| Billy Williams var ? |
| Ron Santo 9 player combinations partial list |
| Felipe Alou 2 Cubs on card |
| Jim Bunning |
| Leo Cardenas 2 Cubs on card |
| Roberto Clemente Stadium in back |
| Ed Kranepool |
| Sandy Koufax 2 Cubs on card |
| Jim Lefebvre 2 Cubs on card |
| Willie Mays |
| Tim Mccarver |
| Pete Rose |
| Billy Williams 9 player combinations partial list |
| Hank Aaron |
| Richie Allen |
| Felipe Alou 2 Cubs on card |
| Leo Cardenas 2 Cubs on card |
| Orlando Cepeda |
| Ron Hunt |
| Sandy Koufax 2 Cubs on card |
| Jim Lefebvre 2 Cubs on card |
| Juan Marichal |
| Gaylord Perry |
| Vada Pinson |
Punch-Outs with both Cubs players:
Some Ron Santo 9 player:
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