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A guide to Christmas-themed trading cards: From Santa Claus to Clark Griswold

Last updated: December 24, 2024 7:02 am
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When it comes to trading cards, we often think of sports stars, celebrities, and even cryptocurrency. But have you ever wondered if Santa Claus has his own rookie card? Well, in the world of trading cards, Christmas-themed cards featuring Old St. Nick are actually quite popular. Let’s take a closer look at the history of Santa Claus trading cards and how they have evolved over the years.

The concept of Santa Claus trading cards dates back to the late 1800s in the United States. Companies like Woolson Spice created artistic Christmas trading cards featuring Santa Claus, often used as a marketing tool for their products. While there isn’t a definitive “rookie card” for Santa Claus from that time, one of the most well-known cards featuring him is from the 1890 Duke Holidays set. This card is a rare find, with fewer than 15 authenticated copies in existence.

In the early depictions of Santa Claus on trading cards, he was often portrayed as a thinner figure in a green or brown suit. It wasn’t until Coca-Cola’s advertisements in the 1930s that the modern image of Santa Claus we know today was solidified. Over the years, trading cards featuring Santa Claus have become collectible items, with the iconic 1989 Pro Set Football card being a sought-after piece among collectors.

As the sports card industry expanded in the 1990s, more Santa Claus cards were produced, including autograph and memorabilia cards. One of the first autographed Santa Claus cards can be found in the 1991 Pro Line Portraits set, with a rare version limited to 200 copies. In 2007, Topps released a comprehensive Santa Claus Holiday Set featuring various cards of Santa Claus on their popular designs, including a relic card and an autograph card.

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In recent years, Topps has continued to produce Santa Claus autograph and relic cards in their holiday baseball sets, offering collectors a chance to own unique pieces. Additionally, Panini has released holiday-themed sets for basketball and football, featuring Santa Claus inserts that have become highly sought after by collectors.

Beyond sports cards, holiday movie trading cards have also become popular, with sets based on classic films like “A Christmas Story” and “Christmas Vacation.” These sets offer collectors the opportunity to own autographed cards, relic cards, and other unique memorabilia from these beloved movies.

Overall, Santa Claus trading cards have become a fun and festive niche in the world of collecting, offering fans a unique way to celebrate the holiday season. Whether you’re a sports card enthusiast or a fan of classic holiday movies, there’s a Santa Claus card out there for everyone to enjoy.

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