1884   Lawson Base Ball Card Game

FRONT	BACK	Year(s) Published: 1884 Hobby Designation:   -- Set Name: Lawson Game Cards Card Size (inches): 2-1/2 x 3-1/2 Number of Cards in Set: 36 Est. Value (common; VG): $90 Lawson on eBay Google Search
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Set Summary Designed by Thomas W. Lawson and patented in 1884 First card game to mimic the real baseball game Consists of 36 cards divided into three main groups Multiple editions w/varied back colors, packaging, etc. Basic decks sold for 50 cents each w/quantity discounts Lawson later became incredibly wealthy ($50 million+)

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