1535 - Ramblings with Rich Klein, 15.0

Dr. Beckett and Rich Klein discuss a listener question about why some 1990 Topps football cards have a back disclaimer (and hash mark variations), speculating it relates to Pro Set’s “official card of the NFL” status, NFL/NFLPA licensing turmoil, and possibly different print runs or printing locations. They also talk about card show logistics, including using hallway or side-room tables to create seating and to draw traffic into less-visited rooms by placing autograph guests or services there. The episode then shifts to the 1993 Topps R&N China/Porcelain cards, noting subtle variations, uncertainty about the checklist, and the difficulty of valuing rarely seen singles like an Orlando Merced card without reliable comps, leading into a broader discussion of “price above replacement,” dealer pricing, customer relationships, and the risks of selling items displayed at outdated prices.

 

00:41 1990 Topps Disclaimer Mystery

02:16 Pro Set Influence and 1992 Chaos

04:52 Pro Set Press and Overproduction

05:44 Show Tables and Floor Layout

07:13 1993 Porcelain Parallel Debate

09:51 Pricing Without Comps