I was thinking the other day about packs that I've never seen - either in person at shows or for sale on eBay or other auctions. Here's my list. I'm interested in seeing yours!
21 Tattoos
Battle
Foldees (Topps - 1962)
Funny Monsters/You'll Die Laughing
Hot Rods (Topps 1965 black wrapper)
Love Initials
Mars Attack (does one really exist?)
Mod Generation Stickers
Mod Initial Stickers
Test packs - Rookies, Julia, Crazy TV etc
21 tattoos has a few different wrapper variations if I recall. I think there is a blue wrapper that I have never seen. I will have to check the guide book and see what all there is.
I thought of another one:
The Leaf 1962 Spook Theater wrapper variation with “three spook cards in this package” on the sign
Here are all three "21 Tattoos" packs... all are the OPC versions, but the only difference (for the fronts) is the missing Topps logo.
If you haven't seen Mr. Mint's packs, you are in for a treat!!!
https://www.liveauctioneers.com/catalog/1892_mr-mint-million-vintage-unopened-card-pack/?page=8&pageSize=all
I have another one that is ultra rare: The 1956 US Presidents 1 Cent variation.
Was looking over the checklist tonight and another came to mind. 1978 Fleer Jet Set stickers. You would think a pack this modern would be more available. I’ve never seen one offered for sale.
Do you have a photo of that pack?
My bad. That pack is super available. I was getting it mixed up with Fleer Airline Stickers from 1969.
Some of the packs mentioned above... these images came from past auctions and websites, so they are out there somewhere!
No "Funny Monsters" wax packs, but how about a Rak-Pak!
And how about a full box of "Love Initials"!
And pack...
An authentic unopened "Mars Attacks!".
"Mod Generation Stickers" pack
"Mod Initial Stickers" test pack.
A full box of retail!
"The Rookies" pack.
"Crazy TV" pack
I have to say, I love seeing the packs in their display boxes. Thanks for sharing Lonnie, it is always great to see the rare unopened packs.
@Cardhungry I don't remember how old those images are... a few years ago I think, but how does a full box affect scarcity? I know here, scarcity is referring to availability, so if those full boxes went into a collection, never to see the light of day for years, do they even get considered?
I think that what we currently see at auctions and at shows should be our guide. If the full boxes ever get released (yes please do!), then we reassess the relative availability. An example of this is Hippie Tattoos which was relatively scarce and now recently showing up in greater numbers. Once these get absorbed by the hobby, the availability can be reassessed.
PS I'm drooling over that full box of Mod Initial Stickers. Anybody have a pack for sale?