Monday, December 17, 2012

Back to the Senecas, and this one is fairly big!

So as long time readers may know, I have found a "Seneca guy" who used to be me (aka the closest I've ever seen to a master set) but has since decided to stop collecting.  He recently had 8 cards I need, and here were the prices he wanted:
Bowman Chrome Gold Refractor 36/50 - $10
Upper Deck P&P Gold 4/50 - $10
Upper Deck P&P Jersey Gold 46/50 - $10
Ultra Platinum Medallion 15/100 - $15
Collegiate Prep Patch /25 - $25
Donruss Elite Status 1/15 - $40
Leaf Rookies & Stars Rookie Auto Longevity 7/10 - $60
LCM Mirror Black 1/1 - $450+

Originally this guy has a ton of cards I needed, but over time I've realized that most of them will eventually show up on Ebay if I'm patient.  That was the case with this card - a Collegiate Prep Patch # 6/25, aka Seneca's # with the Browns (a nice little feature if I say so myself).  Even better was the price - the collector wanted $25 for his, this Ebay user had an opening bid of $6.99 with free shipping.  And $6.99 with free shipping was enough.  Saved $18.01, and here's a look at my spoils:  
Ooo.  Now honestly I'm still more of a fan of my /75 version of this card, but it's hard not to dig a nice thick number swatch from a specific game.  As I mentioned before, Seneca wore this patch in the 2002 Senior Bowl, and you all know how I love specific cards.  So all's good, and I love the foil touch.

Here's the back:
Neat little copy of the front shape wise, and I like the big blue triangle with the big blue swatch.  I also have to say, if I haven't in the past, that I'm a fan of serial #'d cards that say 06/25 instead of 6/25.  Anyone else feel the same way?

4 comments:

  1. Looks nice! It's gotta be real frustrating being that close and dealing with ridiculous prices. You know I also collect low-end guys and have the same exact problems. You're right, though, your /75 version of that card is sweet! Good luck picking up the rest.

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  2. Haha so ridiculous, but it is what it is. I'm coming to terms with it haha.

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  3. 06/25 > 6/26

    Congratulations on your purchase!

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