What’s New
The 2025 Topps Archives Baseball set introduces collectors to an array of card variations, including both Design and Image Variations. This collection expands with an additional 100 cards through these variations, enriching the collecting experience. Paying homage to classic Topps designs, the set blends nostalgia with innovative elements for the 2025 edition.
Configuration at a Glance
- Includes base cards along with two variation types: Design and Image Variations
- Variations are spread across three iconic Topps designs: 1964, 1996, and 2005
- Each design year comes with its own set of base cards and related variations
- 100 variation cards are available for collectors
Key Inserts & Parallels
- Design Variations: Feature alternative design elements on traditional card layouts
- Image Variations: Present different player images compared to the standard base cards
- Each design year (1964, 1996, 2005) encompasses both variation types
Autographs & Relics
No autograph or memorabilia details are mentioned in the available information.
Collector Notes
- Variation cards can be identified by the last three digits of the CMP code on the back of the card:
- 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 display different player photographs compared to the base cards
- Design Variations incorporate alternative design elements within the same year's style
- A gallery of Image Variations is available to help with identification
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