My New Hunt For The “Super Rare” Wilson Franks Baseball Cards

I will keep you posted on any of these finds as I progress in my search. The only thing stopping me as of now is the cost since they are so rare they will be pretty expensive in a decent condition or grade.

The 1954 Wilson Franks Baseball Card Set comprises 20 cards, each measuring 2-5/8" x 3-3/4" and bearing a resemblance to the 1954 Topps set. Noteworthy for their association with hot dogs in the Midwest during the 1950s, these cards are both highly sought-after and relatively rare. On the front of each card, a color-enhanced photo is showcased against a vibrant background, accompanied by the player's name, position, team, and the Wilson Franks product logo, all framed by a small white border. The reverse side features personal details, a career summary, and both 1953 and career statistics.

The 1954 Wilson Franks Baseball Card Set features numerous stars from the 1950s, with the Ted Williams card being particularly valuable. Due to the cards being in direct contact with meat during packaging, many of them exhibit grease stains.

Card Market Values For The Favorites Today

We all have our own favorite cards, the hobby has been filled with all kinds of different gems like these below and so many more. The values noted are as of today just in case you have some interest in picking some up.

Should I Start Building Sets?

I have never been much of a set builder, never! It seemed way to time consuming and tedious, then I grew up. 😀 

It all changed as I got older and wanted to become more organized, I had goals, I wanted to cross off those checklists, and more. More than anything, the sense of completion is a new part of my life and it feels good.

This is why I have started building my first set in 44 years. It happens to be a hard set to build too, 1952 Topps Baseball… I know, so typical.

The sets I am building are really good looking cards, they have this art look to them that just attracts me. Mainly looking to build the first five years of Topps, 1952-1956. I am not building many sets, but just the ones I really enjoy and the ones which will be worth some good money for my kids some day.

Even if they send them to Greg Morris Cards later in life, it won’t matter. They can sell them by singles or by set, it won’t matter to me. I’ll make sure they know that too, so they don’t keep them together for any certain reason. My kids will be able to have a little bonus from dad’s collection, that’s all that matters.

Sports Card Resources & Supplies

Everyone has a preferred place to watch shows, or listen to info about the hobby. Maybe you like YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok or something else. Either way, you can find great info online and by following Card Hunter Weekly emails.

I also like to share what I have used and still use today, everything from channels to products.

Some of the links below are Amazon links where I might receive a small commission “As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.”

Here Are Some Of My Top Suggestions For Products & Info

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Standard Top Loaders click to shop Amazon

Standard Card Sleeves click to shop Amazon

Vintage Card Sleeves 1952-1956 click to shop Amazon

Vintage Top Loaders & Sleeves Bundle (The best deal I have found for any volume of Vintage Top Loaders so far) click to shop eBay

Team Bags click to shop Amazon

PSA Graded Slab Sleeves click to shop Amazon

SGC Graded Slab Sleeves click to shop Amazon

Beckett Graded Slab Sleeves click to shop Amazon

Card Saver 1 Rigid Sleeves click to shop Amazon

Top Load Binder (This is by far my new favorite thing in the hobby. I love these binders, they make my set building so pretty) click to shop Amazon

Premium Case For Slabs (These are pretty sweet if you have a slab collection) click to shop Amazon

YouTube - Sports Card Investor this channel is great, more focused on the current hype in the game but still a great channel with top quality hobby info to stay current.

YouTube - Junk Wax Investor here you can learn about the valuable cards that lay in those junk wax stacks or boxes. This channel talks all about the good stuff from the junk wax times. Yes, junk wax still have some value….

YouTube - Chasing Cardboard if like the chase/hunt for sports cards then you will enjoy this show. Its one of my favorite shows, not only because I was going to create the same thing almost, but because its just fun. I was so close to doing this, but couldn’t miss my family. It’s like American Pickers but for sports cards.

eBay - CountryCards here is my eBay store, nothing to exciting but you will see either way, just in case you want to know what I have for sale or connect.

Auction Company - Gem-Mint Auctions Great cards, Great prices. Don’t want to miss out on this site/app. It’s always good to have options with collecting.

SGC Grading - This is my preferred company to Grade Cards as you will come to see in my images that I share. They might not pull the same premium as some others, but I sure do like them.

PSA Grading - As you know, this is another highly recommended way to Grade Cards. The PSA slab is slightly smaller and thinner than SGC, and with different colors.

This is only the beginning, much more to come every week. I may get a small commission from some of these links but you will pay the same.

Collections & Leads For You To Explore

Here’s how this works. I run special advertising all over the USA, specifically looking for card collections. I get some basic collection info from sellers and a email in order to connect you. I try to filter the junk out as much as possible and to be completely transparent it’s possible I have interest in some of the stuff that comes up. Realistically though, I can’t buy them all and I usually like to buy stuff that is local anyways. I try to stay within a 6-8 hour radius of my location at most in Eastern Iowa. I get good leads everywhere!! NY-CA

These FREE Leads below have not been seen by anyone else, they are FRESH and ready for you to explore. Most have came in within the last week.

2013 Iowa “Field of Dreams Find”

Eugene Calvin “E.C.” McCoid (March 13, 1900 - October 18, 1966), enamored by the quintessential American pastime since childhood, fondly recalled witnessing his cherished Chicago Cubs clinch consecutive World Series Championships in 1907 and 1908. Driven by his passion for the game, E.C. harbored dreams of chronicling a definitive history of the Cubs, leading him to immerse himself in extensive research in later years. An avid student of baseball, he aspired to document the careers of all professional players, extending beyond the major leagues. His journey began in 1914 when he subscribed to The Sporting News, through which he is believed to have acquired the cards showcased in this collection.

Although aware of the existence of these cards, Dave, E.C.'s descendant, initially lacked knowledge of their whereabouts. It wasn't until 1990 that he stumbled upon the cards in his attic, carefully preserving them in an album. Alongside the cards, a treasure trove emerged, including a vast collection of baseball periodicals and scorecards. Among these were guides dating as far back as 1864 and marked scorecards from 1910-1930, some featuring iconic figures such as Babe Ruth in left field and Wally Pipp and Lou Gehrig at first base.

Presenting a rare and impeccably preserved glimpse into the early 20th Century, this extraordinary collection makes its debut in the sports card hobby. Originating within 50 miles of Iowa City, where the legendary "Shoeless" Joe Jackson returned in W.P. Kinsella’s renowned novel, Mile High Card Company is honored to unveil the E.C. McCoid “Field of Dreams” Collection, straight from the heart of "where dreams come true."

Dang… This one hits harder being so close to home!

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Until then, I hope you find some great cards. Keep Hunting!

Sincerely,

Country @ Card Hunter Weekly