1954 Sports Oddities Quaker Oats Complete Trading Card Set of 27 Cards
$495.00
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Description: Sports Oddities Complete Trading Card SetIssued in 1954 by Quaker Oats as a cereal box premium, the Sports Oddities trading card set is a quirky 27-card collection celebrating the bizarre, record-breaking, and downright unbelievable moments in sports history. Measuring 2½" x 3½", these full-color cards feature vivid illustrations on the front with eye-catching headlines, paired with concise, witty captions and factual oddities on the reverse. Distributed through Quaker Oats primarily inserted in boxes of Puffed Wheat and Puffed Rice. Complete sets are scarce today due to the era’s casual treatment of cereal premiums
The set spans a wide array of athletic disciplines, highlighting unusual feats across both popular and niche sports of the mid-20th century:Baseball- ,Football-George Halus ,Basketball,Track & Field,Boxing,Golf
Each card blends humor, hyperbole, and verified trivia, making Sports Oddities a beloved slice of 1950s pop culture ephemera.
Contents: 27 trading cards Manufacturer: Quaker Oats, 1954. Condition: Nice high-grade set with rounded corners as issued. Most cards grade Excellent or better—sharp, vibrant colors, crisp edges, and clean surfaces throughout. A handful grade slightly lower (VG-EX) due to minor handling. Please examine photos closely, as this is the exact set you'll receive!
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