Sports Memorabilia, Trading Cards, and Americana May 16'26
Lot 738:
Description
BID PER WHAT YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO, NOT THE AI GENERATED TITLES AND DESCRIPTIONS! A Collection of Vintage Topps Non-Sport Trading Cards Including Charlie’s Angels, Mork & Mindy, and Superman
This lot consists of a collection of several hundred vintage non-sport trading cards from the late 1970s and early 1980s, primarily manufactured by Topps. The assortment is organized within a cardboard storage box and includes three main television and film-related sets. The Charlie’s Angels cards date to 1977 and feature pink borders with copyright for Spelling-Goldberg Productions; a visible example is card number 10 titled Confident Angel! featuring Farrah Fawcett. The Mork & Mindy cards date to 1978 and feature purple borders with copyright for Paramount Pictures Corporation, displaying scenes and dialogue from the series starring Robin Williams and Pam Dawber. The Superman collection includes cards from the 1978 film Superman: The Movie and the 1980/81 sequel Superman II; a visible card is number 48 titled The Icy Peril with copyright for DC Comics Inc. 1978. The cards are categorized using handwritten paper dividers reading Charlie’s Angels, Mork & Mindy, and SUPER MAN & SUPER MAN II.
Provenance / Authentication Note: This item originates from a single-owner collection assembled by a dedicated sports fan (with a strong focus on Notre Dame and New York Yankees memorabilia). The collector actively pursued autographs over many years through in-person events, including games, autograph shows, and visits to National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum during player events, as well as through direct mail requests to athletes and celebrities. The collection included supporting material such as handwritten correspondence sent to athletes (in some cases with payment enclosed), along with photographs of the collector with various signers. A portion of this same collection was featured in our March 21st auction, where multiple items were authenticated by James Spence Authentication (JSA). In regards to any items with signature(s): While this specific item(s) may not be individually submitted for third-party authentication, it originates from the same collection and shows consistency with previously authenticated pieces. As with many large autograph collections, there may be a small number of facsimile or clubhouse-style signatures present, but for the most part we have seen AUTHENTIC SIGNATURES within the collection. Based on the overall provenance and our review, we maintain a strong level of confidence in the authenticity of most items. Bidders are encouraged to review all photos carefully and bid according to their own level of comfort. No additional authentication documentation is included unless visible within the lot photos. Please reach out with any questions.
Condition report:
The cards are ungraded and show signs of wear consistent with age and bulk storage. Observable defects include softening of corners, edge wear, and surface scuffs. They have been stored loose in a cardboard container without individual protective sleeves. The paper dividers and cardboard box show typical wear and aging.
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