1975 Topps Mini
The 1975 Topps "Mini" Baseball set consists of 660 cards, but as the name implies, was smaller than the standard-sized issue, each measuring 2-1/4” by 3-1/8". Sold exclusively in Michigan and on the West Coast, the issue was meant to gauge fan response to a smaller cardboard collectible, and replicated the "regular" cards, detail for detail, right down to the style of their packs' wrappers. Both designs borrowed various elements from past Topps sets, including facsimile autographs on their cardfronts, and bright, full-bleed borders. Highlights include Hank Aaron (featured on card #1, a 1974 Highlights commemorative, and card #660), as well as multiple new collectibles of recently retired legends Mickey Mantle and Willie Mays. Numbers 614 through 624, inclusive, were devoted to Rookies, grouped by position and showing four players per card. Talented youngsters like Gary Carter, Keith Hernandez, Jim Rice and Fred Lynn debuted to the public on these Rookie entries. Future Cooperstown enshrinees George Brett (#228) and Robin Yount (#223) have their own cards - mid-set - with the game's veterans. With its tally reaching 660, the cards could be printed in equal quantities, eliminating any anomalies like “Short Prints” or even “High Numbers.” Their unique design resulted in the “Minis" becoming a legitimate and recognized, stand-alone production.
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