1972 Primrose Confectionery Superman Paper Card # 45 Holding The Bridge (EX)

Description: 1972 Primrose Confectionery Superman Paper Card # 45 Holding The Bridge (EX) Entertainment Trading CardsBrowse our store of Entertainment Trading Cards which features cards from the early 1900's. Includes coverage for non-sport Topps, "Bubbles, Inc.", Fleer, Leaf, Goudey and other entertainment manufacturers.1970s Entertainment Trading CardsLed by 1976 Topps Star Wars, 1970s Entertainment Trading Cards provide coverage for a large number of notable non-sport franchises.1972 Primrose Confectionery Superman Paper Thin Trading Card SetSuperman has been an icon of American popular culture since his introduction to the masses in 1938 by way of Action Comics #1. For nearly as long as the character has existed, iconic images of Superman have adorned the face of trading cards. There is a long history of trading cards revolving around Superman and they include imagery based on the comics, television shows, and films. In addition to the many sets that have been devoted to the Man of Steel, he frequently appears in general DC Universe sets as well as releases geared to other characters.Compiling a comprehensive list of top cards is nearly impossible when a character has been in the public consciousness for over three-quarters of a century. Superman's first set of trading cards, the 1940 Gum Inc. set, generates the most financial value due to the scarcity in collectible condition and a detailed list could be made of that set on its own. Because so many Superman-related sets came out during the junk wax era, many base sets are easy to come by and worth very little money, but some of the bonus cards from those sets can have a fair amount of value. The breadth of Superman trading cards makes collecting an appealing challenge and while some collectors may choose to focus on movie cards or comic cards, the reward for completists is extraordinary.In 1972, a series of 50 (Numbered 1-50) "cigar box" cards (they're usually classified as minis now), 1-3/8" X 2-1/2", devoted to Superman was released by Primrose Confectionery in the UK. Tracking down cards in this set isn't particularly difficult nowadays but many of the cards on the trade market are graded which means that this can be an expensive set to put together. The artwork, with Silver Age design, is very striking on the front and the back of the card features a description of the action on the front. These cards came inside packs of "Superman Sweet Cigarettes," a candy cigarette for kids, and are on a thinner paper stock. This general fragility helps to explain why you're more likely to find a graded card than not because so many are in bad shape.This set is hardly mainstream and it'll take some digging to get much more information, but they are very lovely cards with an interesting source (all the images are native to this set), history, sizing, and they're international so it should appeal to collectors and general fans. It is worth noting that the copyright is listed as 1967, but these cards are almost universally considered a 1972 series, so listings for either date are, in fact, the same set of cards.How We Grade: Gem Mint (GMT): (10.0) A flawless card. To be in Gem Mint condition, a card’s borders must have a ratio of 50/50 side to side and top to bottom. Mint (MT): (9.0-9.5) A perfect card. Well-centered with parallel borders which appear equal to the naked eye. Four sharp, square corners. No creases, edge dents, surface scratches, paper flaws, loss of luster, yellowing or fading, regardless of age. No imperfectly printed cards – out of register, badly cut or ink flawed – or card stained by contact with gum, wax or other substances can be considered truly Mint, even if new out of the pack. Generally, to be considered in Mint condition, a card’s borders must exist in a ratio of 60/40 side to side and top to bottom. Near Mint/Mint (NM/MT): (8.0-8.5) A super high-end card that appears Mint 9 at first glance, but upon closer inspection, may exhibit a very slight wax stain on reverse, slight fraying at one or two corners, or a minor printing imperfection. Centering must be app. 65/35 to 70/30 or better on the front and 90/10 or better on the reverse. Near Mint (NM): (7.0-7.5) A nearly perfect card at first glance, but upon closer inspection, may have slight surface wear, slight fraying on some corners, slightly out-of-register picture focus, a minor printing blemish or slight wax stain on reverse. Centering must be 70/30 to 75/25 or better on the front and 90/10 or better on the reverse. Excellent/Near Mint (EX/NM): (6.0-6.5) Card may have visible surface wear or a printing defect. A very light scratch. Corners may have slightly graduated fraying. Picture focus may be slightly out-of-register. Card may have minor wax stain on reverse, may have very slight nothing on edges. Centering must be 80/20 or better on the front and 90/10 or better on the reverse. Excellent (EX): (5.0-5.5) Corners are still fairly sharp with only moderate wear. Card borders may be off center as much as 85/15. No creases. May have very minor gum, wax or product stains, front or back. Surfaces may show slight loss of luster from rubbing across other cards. Dark bordered cards may have one or two small nicks. Very Good/Excellent (VG/EX): (4.0-4.5) Shows obvious handling, but still looks nice. Corners may be rounded or have minor creases. No major creases, tape marks or extraneous markings or writing. Surfaces does exhibit loss of luster, but the printing is intact. May have paper wrinkles. May show major gum, wax or other packaging stains. All four borders visible, though the ratio may be as poor as 95/5. Exhibits honest wear. Very Good (VG): (3.0-3.5) A well-worn card, but exhibits no intentional damage or abuse. May be “Mis-cut or Off-Center” with no border visible. May have major or multiple creases, however, creases are not so deep as to show the underlying paper. This card is completely readable, has not been written on, and has no tape marks or holes. Corner rounding may extend well beyond the border. Good (GD) (2.0-2.5) Shows excessive wear, along with damage or abuse. Will show all the wear characteristics of a Very Good card, along with such damage as thumb tack holes in or near margins, evidence of having been taped or pasted, perhaps small tears around the edges or creases so heavily as to break the cardboard. Backs may show minor added pen or pencil writing or be missing small bits of paper. Still basically a complete card. Poor (P): (1.0-1.5) A card that has been tortured to death. Corners or other areas may be torn off. Card may have been trimmed, show holes from a paper punch or have been used for BB gun practice. Front may have extraneous pen or pencil writing, or other defacement. Major portions of front or back design may be missing. Not a pretty sight. We believe that all our listings are 100% Original and Authentic unless otherwise noted. They are all covered by a 30 Day Money Back Guarantee, if for whatever reason you are not happy with your purchase we will exchange it, replace it, discount it or you can return it for a full refund. Standard Shipping via USPS Ground Advantage is $3.95 per individual item purchased. Standard/Combined Shipping via USPS Ground Advantage is $3.95 for the first card and $0.15 for each additional card when purchased through the E-bay Shopping Cart application, with a max. of (40) items per invoice. Shipping costs are subject to change as postal rates continue to increase. Estimated delivery is 3-5 days. Subject to change as postal delivery schedules continue to increase. Please see the shipping tab for current postage rates. All cards will ship in penny sleeves, top loaders, team bag & bubble wrap envelopes. Please see all of our other ads & visit our store for some great deals on both New & Vintage cards, comics and more. If you do not see what you are looking for, do not hesitate to ask. If we do not have it, we will get it. Our goal is to be your number one source for all collectibles. Get your copy of the DC Rebirth or the All New, All Different Marvel Series before they are gone! Yes! We are always buying & accepting consignments. We are trying to establish a Brand and grow our business within the E-bay cyber world, so please Join/Follow us, you never know what we will list next, because: We are: The Toy Collector 4 U 2 C

Price: 9.95 USD

Location: Madison, Alabama

End Time: 2024-11-12T17:58:48.000Z

Shipping Cost: 3.95 USD