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Serpentorslair Staff · May 1, 2025

Wax Packs and Legends: Why the 1980s Were the Golden Age of Baseball Card Collecting

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The 1980s weren’t just about big hair, neon fashion, and Saturday morning cartoons — they were also the golden age of baseball card collecting. For kids and adults alike, ripping open a fresh wax pack and finding your favorite player inside was nothing short of magic. It was a time when baseball cards were more than just cardboard; they were passports to a world filled with heroes, stats, and dreams. Several major brands defined this unforgettable era. Topps was the undisputed king, having established itself in the 1950s, but the…