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1934-37   U1-U4   Diamond Matchbooks


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Year(s) Published: 1934-37
Hobby Designation:   U1 - U4
Set Name: Diamond Matchbooks
Card Size (inches): 1-1/2 x 4-1/4
Number of Cards in Set: var.
Est. Value (common; VG): $14



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Set Summary
  • Five distinct issues sponsored by Diamond Matchbook Co.
  • Popular collectibles printed over span of several years
  • Covers in one of four colors - green, blue, red or orange
  • Numerous player and border color variations
  • See comparison table below for details
  • Diamond Matchbook Sets Overview
    Year193419351935-3619371936
    SeriesFirstSecondThird-Type 1Third-Type 2Fourth

    Example
    Also Known AsSilver BorderBlack Border--Chicago CubsTeam on Back
    ACC NumberU1U2U3-1U3-2U4
    Number in Set200241562312
    Background
        Colors Used
    Red, Green,
    Blue, Orange
    Red, Green,
    Blue *
    Red, Green,
    Blue
    Red, Green,
    Blue
    Red, Green,
    Blue
    Value Multiplier12.5111.5
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    * Only one background color per player; all other series have all combinations of players and bg colors.


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