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Baseball Card Advent Calendar – Order Now!
Remember when advent calendars meant tiny chocolates behind cardboard doors? Those days are over. Home Team Box’s Baseball Card Advent Calendar transforms the holiday countdown into 24 days of pure cardboard joy. Every morning from December 1st through Christmas Eve brings a new surprise that’ll have you jumping out of bed like it’s 1989 and…
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Perez-Steele Postcards & Baseball Art
In the world of baseball collectibles, certain creations rise above the ebb and flow of hobby trends to become timeless pieces. Perez-Steele postcards belong firmly in that category. These beautifully rendered portraits of Baseball Hall of Famers were the product of a unique partnership between artist Dick Perez and collector-entrepreneur Frank Steele. For more than…
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How to Make Custom Baseball Cards
Baseball cards are more than collectibles – they’re tiny pieces of storytelling. Every card captures a moment, a stat line, a personality. And while the hobby has evolved with autographs, relics, and short prints, one thing remains constant: the joy of holding a card made just for you or someone you care about. In this…
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History of Bubble Gum & Baseball Cards
For decades, bubble gum and baseball cards formed one of the most iconic pairings in American consumer history. The unmistakable pink stick nestled inside a wax pack became as memorable as the cards themselves. It wasn’t just candy – it was part of the ritual, the scent, and the sensory memory of childhood collecting. But…
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Redemption Cards: What Are They & Are They Worth Anything?
In a hobby filled with shiny parallels, vintage rarities, and grail cards, few inserts spark as much conversation – or controversy – as redemption cards. These elusive placeholders represent a collector’s future reward, often in the form of an autograph or limited-edition card that wasn’t ready in time for the product’s release. At their core,…
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Card Alteration 101: Methods, Ethics, and Detection
In a hobby where condition is one of the most important factors in determining value, it’s no surprise that baseball cards have long been targets for alteration. Every scuff, crease, stain, or soft corner can affect a card’s grade and marketability. Because collectors place such high importance on appearance and preservation, some individuals have attempted…