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LAST UPDATED: July 8, 2025
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20th Century Tobacco Cards
1. 20th Century Tobacco Cards 
I grew up flipping through Lew Lipset’s Encyclopedia of Baseball Cards, and Volume 3 was always my go-to. This folder is a tribute to the tobacco-era gems—from 1887 through 1919—that continue to shape how I collect.
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No Rhyme, All Reason
2. No Rhyme, All Reason 
Here’s a little snapshot of some cards I find myself coming back to again and again. Whether they reflect the evolving theme of my collection—or just the randomness of it all—they’re simply cards I enjoy looking at. No rhyme or reason, just good vibes.
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Errors & Oddities
3. Errors & Oddities 
I've always had a soft spot for factory errors and misprints—they're just plain cool. There's something fun about finding those little mistakes that slipped through the cracks at the factory. This folder is a collection of some weird and interesting ones I've picked up over the years.
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1911 T205 Gold Borders - Basic
4. 1911 T205 Gold Borders - Basic 

SET COMPLETE: 51.46%
GPA: 5.007


2020: Submitted my raw T205 set—approximately 150 cards—to PSA at a local show in Columbus, OH. The overall average grade came back around PSA 4.2. COVID hits soon after.

2021: Continued filling gaps in the Basic Set, became hooked on the PSA Registry and committed to completion.

2022: Reached a key milestone: just four cards away from completing the T205 Basic Set in PSA 4–6 grades. Began targeting higher-grade variations when available, despite their increasing premiums.

2023: Restructured the collection during the Chicago National, selling off all cards graded PSA 4.5 and below to improve overall quality and Registry GPA. Hindu find occurs in NYC—an unexpected and exciting addition to the journey.

2024: A transformative year. Sold some key cards from the set at exceptionally strong prices which funded the down payment on a new home.

2025: Strategy has shifted to selective acquisitions only. Secured two Drum backs via trade, both adding character and rarity to the collection. Mid-grade examples have become increasingly elusive, and with focus waning slightly, the chase has grown more complex.
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