1982 Topps Factory-Sealed Unopened Cello Case (16 Boxes) Including Original Purchase Receipt From Topps

Sold For:

$12,000

Year:

1982

Auction:

2023 Spring

Lot #:

2183

Category:

Postwar Baseball - 1970s to Present Cards

Complete, original unopened cello case of 1982 Topps baseball containing sixteen boxes with twenty-four packs per box for a total of 384 packs. With each pack containing twenty-eight cards, the case represents a total of 10,752 cards. This case was purchased directly from Topps by our consignor, who at the time had a relationship with Topps in which he would purchase overruns, excess inventory directly from the manufacturer. These cases, which were part of Topps normal production, were sold to a select group of dealers, and to the best of his recollection, individual boxes inside this case are likely to be marked on the top lid with a grease pencil. This was a common practice of Topps based on the nature of their relationship with these dealers to ensure that these boxes and cases were not returned. Our consignor's original purchase receipt dated "1/27/83" accompanies this case. The 1982 Topps set includes the rookie cards of Cal Ripken Jr. and Lee Smith, and many other Hall of Famers including Nolan Ryan, Rickey Henderson, and Ozzie Smith. All the other stars of the day are also included. While it is impossible to provide guarantees with reference to grading of unopened material, it would be hard to imagine that this case does not include a generous supply of Mint or even Gem Mint examples of every player in the set. Original factory seals intact with minor outer-box wear. The size/weight of this item requires that there will be an additional shipping charge for this lot. Opening Bid $2,000.