Autograph Of The Week:LeVar Burton

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Owning a LeVar Burton autograph is fly...

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A TBBT #BatmanDay Mail Day

As most readers of this blog know, I am a fan of non-sport cards and ones that are especially unique. But, you also combine that with something I am a fan of, I am then completely intrigued.

The following card I got in the mail this week and one that I saved specifically to show off today, otherwise known as #BatmanDay, combines many of these things and more.

Before I show the card, let's do a small breakdown of why it's a great card to me.

First off, I have watched every episode of The Big Bang Theory and pretty much own every season. I already have the upcoming season DVR'd to go. The humor of the show and the nerd in me loves it. Also doesn't hurt that Kaley Cuoco is on the show either (if my wife reads this I apologize in advance).

Secondly, I am a huge Batman fan. Loved the original series on TV and have seen every movie except Batman vs Superman (hopefully soon even though I still question Ben Affleck as Batman).

Third, as I stated above, I am a fan and collect non-sports cards and especially unique ones. Cryptozoic has put out some pretty sweet cards with props from the shows which makes those key ones to chase.

When you combine all of those things together, I am sure there are many other reasons too, you have a mail day of epic proportions.

 

I mean just look at it.....

 

 

This is an authentic prop puzzle piece of Jigsaw puzzle Kaley, I mean Penny attempted to put together on the show. And if you look closer at the piece, it's what we would call in the sport card world a "Batman swatch". So looking at the overall picture (not just Kaley), this is a big winner to me.

I haven't even gotten to the best part yet, I WON this card off from Twitter! So I strongly suggest you go follow @georgenadeau (who is the developer of licensed collectibles for Cryptozoic of multiple brands)so you can attempt to win cards like this and others. He gives so many away a week and some pretty epic pieces like the one above. Not to mention, previews a ton of upcoming products so you can be ready to buy.

Thoughts on the card? What's your #BatmanDay card? Got a favorite Big Bang Theory card? 

 

Comment below!

Winner Of The Big Bang Theory Cards

This contest took me by surprise a bit, a very popular show but very little turnout with 17 entries with just a few earning bonus entries who commented with their sharing links.

Due to the poor turnout, only one person will win and that person will land some random inserts from the product. Parallels too.

Now onto that winner...

There were 20 items in your list. Here they are in random order:

1. Anthony Lord
2. Dayton
3. Jafronius
4. Josh D.
5. Nachos Grande
6. Scott N.
7. Bradley Defreitas
8. Dayton
9. @fitchjr1
10. Nick Frank
11. @JGfan24ever
12. defgav
13. Scott N.
14. B money
15. Nick Frank
16. GRADY MALACHOWSKI
17. Brandon Ogden
18. Brad B
19. michael wardrop
20. Tracy LeVeaux

IP: 72.169.80.14
Timestamp: 2016-08-12 09:44:33 UTC
You have randomized this list 7 times.

Congrats to Anthony Lord for taking home the prize! Please email me at sportcardcollectors@hotmail.com with your address. You will have 48 hours from no to claim or it will be re-given away in a future contest. Please give a shout out upon receiving your mail day and tag Cryptozoic so we can continue to do contests like this.

Thanks for everyone that entered, Stadium Club auto winner coming up next!

REVIEW:Cryptozoic Big Bang Theory Seasons 6&7 (GIVEAWAY)

One of the most iconic comedies on TV today with catchphrases like Bazinga, makes it's return to cardboard to capture seasons 6&7.

Like with all Cryptozoic products, there doesn't seem to be a disappointing point and all of these come with a surprise or two.

Read on to see my thoughts on this latest product release.

In every box of Cryptozoic Big Bang Theory Seasons 6&7, there are 24 Packs Per Box with 5 Cards Per Pack. You should be able to find 2 hits per box (most box breaks I have seen, including mine have had at least 3), one ON-CARD AUTOGRAPH and one wardrobe/prop card. Boxes are currently running roughly $75 per.

The base set consists of classic moments from Seasons 6&7 and the bast set has 72 cards in which a box should give you the set. The photography is full color and the cards are high in gloss.

One of my favorite cards from the base set is card number 1 showcasing the whole gang having fun.

 

Just like with other products, the base set and inserts have Silver Foil Board parallels that fall 1:4 packs

 

Now time to take a look at the other insert offerings. You should be able to complete each set in a box break.

 

These are Portraits that fall 1:4 pack. I think the design is really cool.

 

Artist Series which is a fun way to capture the characters in artists renditions fall 1:4 packs. There are def some fun images in this set. This one was my favorite.

Up next, wouldn't be a Cryptozoic release without a puzzle to put together. Fun artist design and fall 1:4 packs

 

The puzzle together....

 

Another fun parallel to pull are these Cryptomium that fall 1:48 packs. Can you imagine if they added a rainbow refractor look to these....wow.

 

Now onto my hits. Never a bad thing to get a bonus HIT in a box.

Up first, wardrobe of Leonard. Two-color as well.

 

And the next one, Penny....Penny....Penny.. wardrobe. Not going to complain here as this isn't a sight for sore eyes at all (don't tell my wife I said that ;) )

 

There are also, Dual Wardrobe cards (1:96 packs), Triple Wardrobe card (Limited and Numbered to 25), and Quad Wardrobe card (Limited and Numbered to 25)

 

And rounding out my hits, an on-card auto of Pasha D. Lychnikoff who played one of the astronauts when Howard went to space. Of course we all remember Howard's nickname, "Fruit Loops" that the astronauts teased him with thanks to Howard's mother.

 

There are also two different autograph designs. Doesn't seem to be much difference in value wise or rarity.

 

Here are a list of signers for the product including the legendary Bob Newhart.

Bob Newhart as Arthur Jeffries
Laurie Metcalf as Mary Cooper
Pasha D. Lychnikoff as Dimitri Rezinov
Ryan Cartwright as Cole
Ian Scott Rudolph as Captain Sweatpants
Brian Posehn as Bert
Brian Thomas Smith as Zack Johnson
Matt Battaglia as Officer Reynolds
Laura Spencer as Emily Sweeney
Josh Peck as Jesse
Christine Baranski as Dr. Beverly Hofstadter
Margo Harshman as Alex Jensen
Kate Miccuci as Lucy
Simon Helberg as Howard Wolowitz
Mayim Bialik as Amy Farrah Fowler
Melissa Rauch as Bernadette Rostenkowski

 

You can also find rare autographed wardrobe cards of, 

• Mayim Bialik as Amy Farrah Fowler
• Melissa Raush as Bernadette Rostenkowski
• Simon Helberg as Howard Wolowitz

Other offerings not found in my box are, Printing Plates fall 1:192 packs, Sketch cards that fall 1:576 packs and a card I really want, a jigsaw puzzle prop card featuring a piece of a puzzle that Penny was putting together on an episode. Cryptozoic is very clever when it comes to adding fun prop cards.

 

You can find the checklist, HERE if you are interested.

 

Overall, a fun break and having that added extra hit adds more value to the break. It's a bit disappointing not to find four of the top stars of the show not sign for these seasons, but they replaced them with a couple of good ones. Does it even out, will be tough.

But, there is still plenty to find in this product and the shows popularity will help with anything you pull if you are in it just to sell. The price point is okay for a product promising two hits and instead you land three and I have even seen four a few times.

I think you combine a complete base set, all three insert sets, around 6 parallels and 2-3 hits in a box and you have some value in every box. To me, another Cryptozoic winner but you guys may think otherwise.

 

Contest time!

 

Okay, how I like to run these is dependent on how the entries are. It can be anything from an autograph giveaway to some inserts. There could be one winner, there could be up to three with one winner taking home the autograph. We have to reach 30 entries to unlock three winners however. But, I know we can do it.

So go spread the word!!

 

Now onto the small writing and how to enter.

1. MUST be a U.S. resident to enter. Shipping costs have gone haywire and I can't afford to ship everywhere. Sorry about this as I appreciate all readers.
2. Cards will be shipped PWE
3. Random winners will be chosen after 7 randoms
4. LEAVE A COMMENT BELOW TELLING ME YOUR PROS AND CONS OF THE PRODUCT.
5. Sport Card Collectors or it's owner (person who runs the blog), WILL NOT be held responsible for lost, stolen or damaged mail. Sorry had to add this in since someone tried to scam me once about this.
6. Contest starts today, ends on August 11th 2016. Winners will be announced in a separate post on Sunday August 12th 2016.
7. Earn extra entries by sharing this on your blogs or RTing it on Twitter. Make sure to comment with your links of doing so or I cannot count it.
8. Please make sure to thank Cryptozoic for their generosity in sending this box to review and host a giveaway. Give them a follow on all social media sites please. Also while you are at it, check out their website HERE as well for your non-sport trading card needs!

Jammin JDcards Mail Day Part 3:Kwipke Autograph!

In my third and final mail day from Jammin JDcards, I recieved my first Big Bang Theory autograph. I love this show. I have watched and bought every season. I watch the re-runs and can even quote some of the lines from my favorite episodes.

Barry Kripke, is not a regular, but does make plenty of appearances as a co-worker of Sheldon Coopers at the University. The character alone is hilarious because of the voice with the speech impediment (not that I would ever make fun of anyone with that condition but as a character playing it on a show it's funny). Which is why I put Kwipke in the title of the post. Some of the things that he tries to say has you cracking up. I think one of my favorites was..."Where are the Stwippahs?"

I really hope Jammin gets more of these in. I would totally pick up more.

So I will throw in a topic for this one as well. How many of you watch BBT and how many of you own a BBT auto card and who is it?

Review: Big Bang Theory Seasons 3-4 3 Retail Packs

Love the show...and these stare at me every time I walk by them. I finally had to get my hands onto some form of these cards. Though, I didn't hit it big, I don't regret my decision.

Here are my thoughts.....

Box Break Down:

• 5 Cards Per Pack
• $2.49 Per Retail Pack

BASE CARDS: If you love the show, like I do, You will love these cards. Scenes that you can never forget are shown and displayed on a piece of cardboard history. Such as the card above this. Who can forget when Sheldon tried to take the Lord Of The Rings necklace off from Penny with the grabby claw? She awakens punching him in the face. Every card brings you those memories and funny moments.

INSERTS: Out of three packs only one insert. And if I read it correctly, it states that they are tough pulls at 1:300 + packs. Ouch. That would be the only downfall to retail

AUTOGRAPHS: N/A The autographs though are still really hot from Series one. If you are buying this product to hit an auto..well hobby suits you better with really hard retail odds to overcome.

JERSEY/PATCH CARDS:N/A They have wardrobe cards, but once again tough pulls in retail.

OVERALL THOUGHTS: I am gonna recommend this product. If you love the show, you will love the cards. If you are aiming for the big hits, don't buy retail. Stick with hobby. If you are buying the cards to have some and maybe put a set together, retail is for you. I am actually hoping to go back and try some more.

RATINGS:  Bloggers Note: Our ratings are based specifically on the blaster, box or packs we opened and do not express what the overall product could bring. Ratings based on a 1-5. 1 Being the lowest and 5 being the highest.
                Packaging: 5
                Base Design: 5
                Insert Design: 5
                Memorablila/Autographs: N/A
                Blaster, Hobby Box, or Pack Value: 3.5

Big Bang Theory Trading Cards part 2

Well...I told you when I have more images of these I would share them!!! Check em out!!

Can't wait to see these up close sometime!! Beam me up Scotty!!!!

Big Bang Theory Trading Cards!!!

Configuration:  24 packs per box. 5 cards per pack.

The Big Bang Theory is now being made into cards! For those of us who love the show, ME!! ME!! ME!!, and for those of us who collect cards, ME!! ME!! ME!!, the best of both worlds combine for these trading cards.


I know I will say Bazinga about them!! There is also a binder set you can buy that comes with a bonus Sheldon Cooper Pajama card (pictured below). Check em out!

Autograph and memorabilia cards will feature a CZE hologram to guarantee authenticity.

Confirmed Autographs so far!
- Johnny Galecki
- Kaley Cuoco
- Simon Helberg
- Kunal Nayyar

To find even more images of these Banging Cards, search our blog for Big Bang Theory Trading Cards part 2!!