Man, those black borders are grade-killers - but when you can find them in good condition without white corners and edges - they are incredible. I don’t have any high grade examples but will be on the hunt for a few at the National this year!

This is one of the most legendary pitching seasons in baseball history:

• ERA: 1.12 — Modern MLB record for lowest ERA in a single season (since 1920).

• Wins: 22

• Complete Games: 28

• Shutouts: 13

• Innings Pitched: 304.2

• Strikeouts: 268

• WHIP: 0.853

• Batting average against: .184

• ERA+ (Adjusted ERA): 258 (incredible; league average is 100)

That season was so dominant that MLB lowered the mound from 15 inches to 10 inches starting in 1969 to give hitters a better chance.

Man, there are a lot of the 50’s and 60’s Topps flagship card designs I love. I love 52 and 56 Topps from the 1950’s and I love 1964 and 1969 (maybe my favorite ever Topps design as it is just so nostalgic). I know people have a soft spot for 53, 57, and 1968, too. For me, Bob Gibson is in the top 5 pitchers of all-time. What year of Topps design is your favorite from the 1950-1960’s?

1970 Topps Super Bob Gibson. Love the thickness of these cards.

Finally got them back in my hands