From the 1950 "Whiz Kids", to the 1980 World Series champions and beyond, this 1987 Surf Phillies book covers a lot of autograph collecting ground. This handy guide identifies the Phillies baseball cards put out by Topps from 1952-1986. Signed throughout are (500+) "Fightin' Phils" autographs, averaging all you could ask for ("9-10") strength. Hall of Famers, All-Stars, hometown heroes and several considerably tough signatures are had with this vintage book.
Highlights are: Dick Allen (X8), "Sparky" Anderson (X2), Rich Ashburn (X4), Jim Bunning (X5), Steve Carlton (X15), Del Ennis (X2), Curt Flood, Gran Hamner (X2), Fergie Jenkins, Greg Luzinski (X3), "Tug" McGraw, Robin Roberts (X7), Pete Rose (X8), and Chris Short (X4). Auction LOA from JSA.
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