1952 topps red/ black backs

[jeremy]

my understanding is that the low numbers have these 2 diff versions. any differences in value? if you were building a set would you need one of each?

 

[coltsnsox07]

I think they were equally numbered but I think most prefer the all black backs?

 

[matfanofold]

I know a few who built the set, in low grade raw condition and color was never a preference, just got what they needed or could. However, I could see where some would like a uniformed set. To me, it would not matter.

 

[Greg Cleveland]

Funny thing, there were the same questions when 2001 Heritage came out. I think the consensus was similar about having a set of the blacks and a set of the reds didn't matter in the long run. Especially since neither version is shorter printed than the other.

 

[TNP777]

2001 Heritage, I had to have both versions. 1952, I'd take what I could get.

 

[bighurtcollector]

2001 Heritage, I had to have both versions. 1952, I'd take what I could get.

Same here, when i built my 52 i took what i could, when i put the htg together i did both black & red. From what i experienced about 10 years ago was the red backs were a little harder to find for me on the original 52's. I'd say mix is ok for a set

 

[sabrgeek]

Back in the day when 52's were $1 each and yes there was a time that existed, Black Backs were considered to be tougher and thus were more expensive. With these cards now booking at $50 for low series cards, that price discrepancy is gone and red and black first series cards are now equally priced.

RIch