What’s New
The 2025 Topps Archives Baseball collection presents card enthusiasts with a wealth of variation options, including Design Variations and Image Variations. This edition introduces an additional 100 cards through these variations, creating an exciting pursuit for collectors. The collection pays homage to classic Topps designs, blending nostalgia with modern updates for the 2025 edition.
Configuration at a Glance
- Includes base cards alongside two distinct variation types: Design Variations and Image Variations
- These variations cover three iconic Topps designs from 1964, 1996, and 2005
- Each design year features its own base cards and associated variations
- A total of 100 variation cards are available for collection
Key Inserts & Parallels
- Design Variations: Incorporate alternate design features on traditional card layouts
- Image Variations: Showcase different player photos compared to the regular base cards
- Both variation types are present across each design year (1964, 1996, 2005)
Autographs & Relics
The available information does not specify any autograph or memorabilia content.
Collector Notes
- Variation cards are identifiable by the last three digits of the CMP code on the card's reverse side:
- 1964 Topps: Base (408), Image (450), Design (453)
- 1996 Topps: Base (422), Image (454), Design (451)
- 2005 Topps: Base (436), Image (452), Design (453)
- Image Variations present alternate photographs of players compared to the base versions
- Design Variations feature different design elements within the same year's aesthetic
- A gallery of Image Variations is provided to help with identification
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