1993 BBM Ichiro Suzuki #239 (BlueWave Rookie)

Before he was a Seattle Mariner, Ichiro was already a legend in Japan. This 1993 BBM card captures his earliest pro days with the Orix BlueWave. A must-have for collectors who appreciate international origins of greatness.

2010 Grandstand Russell Wilson #25 (Tri-City Dust Devils)

Before dominating the NFL, Russell Wilson was slinging baseballs in the Rockies’ minor league system. His Grandstand card with the Tri-City Dust Devils is a true oddball gem

1981 Swedish Semic Mike Eruzione #104 (VM Sticker)

Captain America, straight outta Sweden. This obscure 1981 sticker captures Miracle on Ice hero Mike Eruzione in international cardboard form. Collecting doesn’t get cooler.

1991 Stadium Club Brett Favre #94 – Super Bowl XXVI

Most collectors know this classic Favre rookie card, but what makes this version a bit of an oddball is the embossed Super Bowl XXVI logo stamped on the front. These were distributed as part of a special set during the Super Bowl and are much harder to find than the base version. A subtle but cool twist on a classic rookie card.

1977 Topps Mexican Steve Largent #177

This ultra-scarce Topps Mexican issue features Hall of Famer Steve Largent with unique Spanish text and funky print quality. Tough grade, tougher to find — even beat up, it’s a beauty.

And a couple more CFL rookies

1971 O-Pee-Chee Joe Theismann #13 (CFL Rookie)

Long before Washington, Joe Theismann was lighting it up in the CFL with the Argos. His OPC rookie is an iconic pre-NFL piece for Heisman and CFL fans alike.

1995 Jogo CFL Jeff Garcia #8

Another CFL-to-NFL success story — Jeff Garcia got his start in the Jogo set. Before the 49ers, he was making plays for Calgary. A hidden gem in the CFL collecting scene.

1991 All-World CFL Rocket Ismail #1 (Auto)

When Rocket went north, it was one of the most shocking moves on draft day 1991. This signed All-World card captures that moment. CFL meets cultural icon.